Palabey - Biaora, Rajgarh
Palabey is a village situated in the Biaora tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biaora and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Alampura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palabey village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palabey is 479849. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.95 hectares and falls under the 465674 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Palabey village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palabey
According to the 2011 Census, Palabey village had a total population of 266 people, including 138 males and 128 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.99%, with male literacy at 47.46% and female literacy at 27.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 266 | 138 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 56 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 82 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Palabey
Palabey is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palabey
Palabey is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Palabey.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Biaora to Palabey is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Palabey is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palabey
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palabey village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Palabey
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palabey village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palabey
Where is Palabey located?
Palabey village is located in Biaora Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palabey?
The Gram Panchayat of Palabey is Alampura.
What is the pincode of Palabey?
The pincode of Palabey is 465674.
What is the population of Palabey?
Palabey had a total population of 266, including 138 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Palabey?
Palabey had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palabey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palabey was 37.99%. Male literacy was 47.46% and female literacy was 27.93%.