Pala

Pala is a village located in Saipung subdivision of Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Saipung (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Jowai.

Pala has its own place in the vibrant Jaintia Hills 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 Pala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pala is 279519. Saipung is nearest town to Pala village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Pala

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 755 364 391
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 202 103 99
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 752 361 391
Literate Population 251 88 163
Illiterate Population 504 276 228

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

  • The total population of Pala village is around 755, including approximately 364 males and 391 females, with a sex ratio of 1074 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 202 children aged 0–6 years in Pala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pala village has 752 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Pala village is about 33.25%, with male literacy at 24.18% and female literacy at 41.69%.
  • There are around 141 households in Pala village.

Connectivity of Pala

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

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

Nearby Villages of Pala

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Pala

Where is Pala located?
Pala village is situated in Saipung Subdivision, within the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Pala?
The pincode of Pala is 793200, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pala is 755, with 364 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Pala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pala village has a total of 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pala is 33.25%. The male literacy rate is 24.18%, while the female literacy rate is 41.69%.