Palidang - Bayana, Bharatpur
Palidang is a village situated in the Bayana tehsil of Bharatpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bayana and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bharatpur. Palidang village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palidang is 075139. The village covers a total geographical area of 600 hectares and falls under the 321401 pincode. Bayana is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Palidang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bayana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palidang
As per Census 2011, Palidang village has a total population of 2,345 people, consisting of 1,290 males and 1,055 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 817 females per 1,000 males. There are 493 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,188 literate and 1,157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palidang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,345 | 1,290 | 1,055 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 493 | 281 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,138 | 614 | 524 |
| Literate Population | 1,188 | 822 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,157 | 468 | 689 |
Nearby Villages of Palidang
Palidang is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bastrawali | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Gothra | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Nagla Tula | East | 2.30 km |
| Gajnua | South | 3.05 km |
| Karanpura | North | 3.16 km |
| Tarbeejpur | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Sookha Seela | South-West | 3.55 km |
| Nagla Dadhiram | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Churari Dang | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Kakalpura | North-West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palidang
Palidang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Naglatula, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bayana to Palidang is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharatpur to Palidang is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palidang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palidang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Palidang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palidang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Palidang
Where is Palidang located?
Palidang village is located in Bayana Tehsil, Bharatpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palidang?
Palidang is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palidang?
The pincode of Palidang is 321401.
What is the population of Palidang?
Palidang has a total population of 2,345, including 1,290 males and 1,055 females.
How many households are there in Palidang?
There are 339 households in Palidang.
What is the literacy rate in Palidang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palidang is 50.66%. Male literacy is 63.72% and female literacy is 34.69%.