Palla - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Palla is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Palla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palla is 518775. The village covers a total geographical area of 904.51 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Palla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Halol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhota Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palla
As per Census 2011, Palla village has a total population of 5,423 people, consisting of 2,829 males and 2,594 females. The village has 831 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 845 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,455 literate and 2,968 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,623 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,423 | 2,829 | 2,594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 845 | 417 | 428 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 92 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,623 | 1,902 | 1,721 |
| Literate Population | 2,455 | 1,486 | 969 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,968 | 1,343 | 1,625 |
Nearby Villages of Palla
Palla is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palla
Public transport in the Palla is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Halol to Palla is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Palla is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palla
Where is Palla located?
Palla village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palla?
Palla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palla?
The pincode of Palla is 389380.
What is the population of Palla?
Palla has a total population of 5,423, including 2,829 males and 2,594 females.
How many households are there in Palla?
There are 831 households in Palla.
What is the literacy rate in Palla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palla is 45.27%. Male literacy is 52.53% and female literacy is 37.36%.