Palipur - Sami, Patan
Palipur is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Palipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palipur is 509023. The village covers a total geographical area of 1168.7 hectares and falls under the 384241 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Palipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanasma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palipur
As per Census 2011, Palipur village has a total population of 551 people, consisting of 270 males and 281 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 365 literate and 186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 551 | 270 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 216 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 54 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Palipur
Palipur 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 Palipur
Palipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harij to Palipur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Palipur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palipur
Where is Palipur located?
Palipur village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palipur?
Palipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palipur?
The pincode of Palipur is 384241.
What is the population of Palipur?
Palipur has a total population of 551, including 270 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Palipur?
There are 129 households in Palipur.
What is the literacy rate in Palipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palipur is 66.24%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 53.02%.