Palasa - Muli, Surendranagar
Palasa is a village situated in the Muli taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Palasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasa is 512289. The village covers a total geographical area of 1317.92 hectares and falls under the 363510 pincode. Thangadh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Palasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palasa
As per Census 2011, Palasa village has a total population of 2,133 people, consisting of 1,113 males and 1,020 females. The village has 426 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 398 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 866 literate and 1,267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 207 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,133 | 1,113 | 1,020 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 189 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 108 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 866 | 589 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,267 | 524 | 743 |
Nearby Villages of Palasa
Palasa 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 Palasa
Palasa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Palasa has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thangadh to Palasa is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Palasa is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palasa
Where is Palasa located?
Palasa village is located in Muli Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasa?
Palasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palasa?
The pincode of Palasa is 363510.
What is the population of Palasa?
Palasa has a total population of 2,133, including 1,113 males and 1,020 females.
How many households are there in Palasa?
There are 426 households in Palasa.
What is the literacy rate in Palasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasa is 40.60%. Male literacy is 52.92% and female literacy is 27.16%.