Palya - Kollegal, Chamarajanagar
Palya is a village situated in the Kollegal taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kollegal and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Palya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palya is 619821. The village covers a total geographical area of 1262.38 hectares and falls under the 571440 pincode. Kollegal is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Palya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palya
As per Census 2011, Palya village has a total population of 6,193 people, consisting of 3,147 males and 3,046 females. The village has 1,484 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 644 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,196 literate and 2,997 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,419 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,247 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,193 | 3,147 | 3,046 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 644 | 328 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,419 | 731 | 688 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,247 | 1,664 | 1,583 |
| Literate Population | 3,196 | 1,758 | 1,438 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,997 | 1,389 | 1,608 |
Nearby Villages of Palya
Palya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikkinduvadi | South | 2.93 km |
| Uganiya | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Gundegala | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Haravanapura | South | 4.19 km |
| Ikkadahalli | East | 4.33 km |
| Jinakanahalli | West | 4.39 km |
| Doddinduvadi | South-East | 4.78 km |
| Madhuvanahalli | South-West | 4.84 km |
| Dhanagere | North-West | 4.96 km |
| Saragur | West | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palya
Palya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chamarajanagar, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.4 km.
| 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 Kollegal to Palya is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Palya 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 Palya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palya
Where is Palya located?
Palya village is located in Kollegal Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palya?
Palya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palya?
The pincode of Palya is 571440.
What is the population of Palya?
Palya has a total population of 6,193, including 3,147 males and 3,046 females.
How many households are there in Palya?
There are 1,484 households in Palya.
What is the literacy rate in Palya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palya is 51.61%. Male literacy is 55.86% and female literacy is 47.21%.