Palanpur - Halol, Panch Mahals
Palanpur is a village situated in the Halol taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Halol and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Palanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palanpur is 518875. The village covers a total geographical area of 522.73 hectares and falls under the 389370 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Palanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Palanpur village had a total population of 1,213 people, including 630 males and 583 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.80%, with male literacy at 90.13% and female literacy at 53.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 148.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,213 | 630 | 583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 83 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 76 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 760 | 493 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 137 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Palanpur
Palanpur 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 Palanpur
Public transport in the Palanpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Halol to Palanpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Palanpur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Palanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palanpur
Where is Palanpur located?
Palanpur village is located in Halol Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palanpur?
Palanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palanpur?
The pincode of Palanpur is 389370.
What is the population of Palanpur?
Palanpur had a total population of 1,213, including 630 males and 583 females.
How many households are there in Palanpur?
Palanpur had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palanpur was 72.80%. Male literacy was 90.13% and female literacy was 53.72%.