Palanhera - Mahwa, Dausa
Palanhera is a village situated in the Mahwa tehsil of Dausa district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahwa and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Dausa. Palanhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palanhera is 078246. The village covers a total geographical area of 599.85 hectares and falls under the 321612 pincode. Dausa is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Palanhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dausa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palanhera
As per Census 2011, Palanhera village has a total population of 2,854 people, consisting of 1,533 males and 1,321 females. The village has 459 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 457 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,559 literate and 1,295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,048 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,010 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palanhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,854 | 1,533 | 1,321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 457 | 251 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,048 | 573 | 475 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,010 | 536 | 474 |
| Literate Population | 1,559 | 1,032 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,295 | 501 | 794 |
Nearby Villages of Palanhera
Palanhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Machan Ka Pura | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Santha | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Randheergarh | East | 2.08 km |
| Lalpur | North-East | 2.99 km |
| Pahari | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Balloopura | West | 3.20 km |
| Peetliya Balajee | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Gahnoli | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Rasoolpur | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Mohanpur | South | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palanhera
Palanhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghosrana, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dausa to Palanhera is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palanhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palanhera 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palanhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palanhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palanhera
Where is Palanhera located?
Palanhera village is located in Mahwa Tehsil, Dausa district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palanhera?
Palanhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palanhera?
The pincode of Palanhera is 321612.
What is the population of Palanhera?
Palanhera has a total population of 2,854, including 1,533 males and 1,321 females.
How many households are there in Palanhera?
There are 459 households in Palanhera.
What is the literacy rate in Palanhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palanhera is 54.63%. Male literacy is 67.32% and female literacy is 39.89%.