Palya
Palya is a village located in Alur taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Alur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Palya village is also a gram panchayat.
Palya has its own place in the vibrant Hassan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Palya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palya is 616354. The village spans a total geographical area of 347.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573214. Alur is nearest town to Palya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sakleshpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palya
Population of Palya
Below is a concise population overview of Palya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,365 | 661 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 67 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 935 | 499 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 162 | 268 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palya village:
- The total population of Palya village is around 1,365, including approximately 661 males and 704 females, with a sex ratio of 1065 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 137 children aged 0–6 years in Palya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palya village has 24 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 50 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palya village is about 68.50%, with male literacy at 75.49% and female literacy at 61.93%.
- There are around 352 households in Palya village.
Connectivity of Palya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palya. As per the 2011 stats, Palya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palya
Knowing the nearby villages of Palya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palya
- Where is Palya located?
- Palya village is situated in Alur Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palya?
- Palya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palya?
- The pincode of Palya is 573214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palya is 1,365, with 661 males and 704 females.
- How many households are there in Palya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palya village has a total of 352 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palya is 68.50%. The male literacy rate is 75.49%, while the female literacy rate is 61.93%.