Palar - Dharmasala, Jajpur
Palar is a village situated in the Dharmasala tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Dharmasala and around 45 km from Jajapur . Gangadharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palar is 401207. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 755050 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Palar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmasala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palar
As per Census 2011, Palar village has a total population of 856 people, consisting of 427 males and 429 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 428 literate and 428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 621 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 856 | 427 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 66 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 621 | 311 | 310 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 252 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 175 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Palar
Palar 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 Palar
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Palar. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Palar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Palar is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Palar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Palar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Palar
Where is Palar located?
Palar village is located in Dharmasala Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palar?
The Gram Panchayat of Palar is Gangadharpur.
What is the pincode of Palar?
The pincode of Palar is 755050.
What is the population of Palar?
Palar has a total population of 856, including 427 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Palar?
There are 190 households in Palar.
What is the literacy rate in Palar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palar is 50.00%. Male literacy is 59.02% and female literacy is 41.03%.