Palawa

Palawa is a village located in Mandawar tehsil of Alwar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Mandawar (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Alwar. As per 2009 stats, Palawa village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Palawa unique in its vibrant Mandawar-Alwar region. You’ll see Palawa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Palawa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palawa is 071957. The village spans a total geographical area of 505 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 301706. Khairthal is nearest town to Palawa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

When it comes to local governance, Palawa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mundawar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Alwar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Palawa

According to the 2011 Census, Palawa has a total population of about 2,511, with approximately 1,348 males and 1,163 females. The sex ratio is around 862 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 289 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 316 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.97%, with male literacy at about 81.90% and female literacy near 58.30%. There are around 486 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palawa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,511 1,348 1,163
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 289 163 126
Scheduled Castes (SC) 316 167 149
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 6 2 4
Literate Population 1,782 1,104 678
Illiterate Population 729 244 485

Connectivity of Palawa

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palawa

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Palawa

Where is Palawa located?
Palawa village is situated in Mandawar Tehsil, within the Alwar district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palawa?
Palawa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Palawa?
The pincode of Palawa is 301706, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palawa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palawa is 2,511, with 1,348 males and 1,163 females.
How many households are there in Palawa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palawa village has a total of 486 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palawa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palawa is 70.97%. The male literacy rate is 81.90%, while the female literacy rate is 58.30%.