Palana

Palana is a village located in Karanja tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Karanja (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Palana village is also a gram panchayat.

Palana has its own place in the vibrant Washim 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 Palana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palana is 530852. The village spans a total geographical area of 686.33 hectares. Karanja is nearest town to Palana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Palana

Below is a concise population overview of Palana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 977 502 475
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 125 67 58
Scheduled Castes (SC) 126 68 58
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8 2 6
Literate Population 699 382 317
Illiterate Population 278 120 158

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palana village:

  • The total population of Palana village is around 977, including approximately 502 males and 475 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 125 children aged 0–6 years in Palana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palana village has 126 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palana village is about 71.55%, with male literacy at 76.10% and female literacy at 66.74%.
  • There are around 220 households in Palana village.

Connectivity of Palana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palana. As per the 2011 stats, Palana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palana

Knowing the nearby villages of Palana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palana.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Palana

Where is Palana located?
Palana village is situated in Karanja Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palana?
Palana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Palana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palana is 977, with 502 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Palana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palana village has a total of 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palana is 71.55%. The male literacy rate is 76.10%, while the female literacy rate is 66.74%.