Palot - Didwana, Didwana-Kuchaman
Palot is a village situated in the Didwana tehsil of Didwana-Kuchaman district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from Didwana and around 115 km from Nagaur. Palot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palot is 082477. The village covers a total geographical area of 1816.09 hectares and falls under the 341305 pincode. Didwana is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Palot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deedwana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palot
As per Census 2011, Palot village has a total population of 2,232 people, consisting of 1,117 males and 1,115 females. The village has 374 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,116 literate and 1,116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 566 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,232 | 1,117 | 1,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 195 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 566 | 280 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,116 | 735 | 381 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,116 | 382 | 734 |
Nearby Villages of Palot
Palot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jorawarpura | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Tigariya | East | 3.39 km |
| Thakariyas | North | 3.74 km |
| Bhawadiya | North-East | 4.00 km |
| Koliya | South | 4.08 km |
| Chomu | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Manda Basni | East | 4.45 km |
| Kaprod | South-East | 4.63 km |
| Gardeja Basni | East | 5.25 km |
| Naurangpura | North-East | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palot
Public transport in the Palot is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Marwar Balia, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Didwana to Palot is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaur to Palot is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Palot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palot
Where is Palot located?
Palot village is located in Didwana Tehsil, Didwana-Kuchaman district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palot?
Palot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palot?
The pincode of Palot is 341305.
What is the population of Palot?
Palot has a total population of 2,232, including 1,117 males and 1,115 females.
How many households are there in Palot?
There are 374 households in Palot.
What is the literacy rate in Palot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palot is 50.00%. Male literacy is 65.80% and female literacy is 34.17%.