Palli - Karkal, Udupi
Palli is a village situated in the Karkal taluka of Udupi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karkala and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Udupi. Palli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palli is 608893. The village covers a total geographical area of 1522.05 hectares and falls under the 574244 pincode. Karkal is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Palli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karkal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palli
As per Census 2011, Palli village has a total population of 3,514 people, consisting of 1,679 males and 1,835 females. The village has 799 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 336 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,686 literate and 828 illiterate residents. Additionally, 369 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 385 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,514 | 1,679 | 1,835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 174 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 187 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 385 | 195 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 2,686 | 1,345 | 1,341 |
| Illiterate Population | 828 | 334 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Palli
Palli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sooda | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Ninjoor | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Kallya | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Kowdoor | North-East | 4.26 km |
| Nandalike | South | 5.75 km |
| Shirva | West | 5.92 km |
| Kanajaru | North | 6.26 km |
| Kattingere | North-West | 6.31 km |
| Pernankila | North-West | 6.50 km |
| Bailoor | North-East | 6.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palli
Palli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Padubidri, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Karkal to Palli is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udupi to Palli is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Palli
Where is Palli located?
Palli village is located in Karkal Taluka, Udupi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palli?
Palli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palli?
The pincode of Palli is 574244.
What is the population of Palli?
Palli has a total population of 3,514, including 1,679 males and 1,835 females.
How many households are there in Palli?
There are 799 households in Palli.
What is the literacy rate in Palli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palli is 76.44%. Male literacy is 80.11% and female literacy is 73.08%.