Palera - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Palera is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Palera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palera is 490866. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.88 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Palera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palera
According to the 2011 Census, Palera village had a total population of 772 people, including 428 males and 344 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 804 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.87%, with male literacy at 81.44% and female literacy at 49.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 197, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 772 | 428 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 67 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 106 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 294 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 134 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Palera
Palera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barchhi | East | 1.41 km |
| Rahma | South | 1.86 km |
| Basuriya | West | 2.13 km |
| Amada | North | 2.46 km |
| Dursara | East | 2.62 km |
| Lawasar | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Barha | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Dhursuru | East | 3.78 km |
| Bhatra | North | 4.17 km |
| Maregaon | West | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palera
Palera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Salichauka Road, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Palera is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Palera is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palera 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palera
Where is Palera located?
Palera village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palera?
Palera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palera?
The pincode of Palera is 487771.
What is the population of Palera?
Palera had a total population of 772, including 428 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Palera?
Palera had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palera was 66.87%. Male literacy was 81.44% and female literacy was 49.33%.