Palana - Bikaner
Palana is a village situated in the Bikaner tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 22 km from Bikaner, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Palana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palana is 069097. The village covers a total geographical area of 5191 hectares and falls under the 334402 pincode. Bikaner is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Palana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kolayat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palana
As per Census 2011, Palana village has a total population of 9,331 people, consisting of 4,907 males and 4,424 females. The village has 1,312 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,695 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,737 literate and 4,594 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,604 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,331 | 4,907 | 4,424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,695 | 897 | 798 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,604 | 1,368 | 1,236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 4,737 | 3,111 | 1,626 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,594 | 1,796 | 2,798 |
Nearby Villages of Palana
Palana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deshnok (rural) | South | 5.04 km |
| Sujasar | East | 6.51 km |
| Udai Ramsar | North-East | 7.29 km |
| Swaroopdesar | North-West | 7.34 km |
| Barsingsar | South-West | 7.80 km |
| Ambasar | East | 9.82 km |
| Lalamdesar | South-West | 10.60 km |
| Bhojusar | West | 11.53 km |
| Kolasar | North-West | 11.68 km |
| Bachhasar | North-West | 13.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palana
Public transport in the Palana is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palana, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bikaner to Palana is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Palana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palana
Where is Palana located?
Palana village is located in Bikaner Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palana?
Palana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palana?
The pincode of Palana is 334402.
What is the population of Palana?
Palana has a total population of 9,331, including 4,907 males and 4,424 females.
How many households are there in Palana?
There are 1,312 households in Palana.
What is the literacy rate in Palana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palana is 50.77%. Male literacy is 63.40% and female literacy is 36.75%.