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
As per Census 2011, Palera village has a total population of 772 people, consisting of 428 males and 344 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 803 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 442 literate and 330 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palera are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 772, including 428 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Palera?
There are 168 households in Palera.
What is the literacy rate in Palera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palera is 57.25%. Male literacy is 68.69% and female literacy is 43.02%.