Palu Khurd - Mauzamabad, Jaipur
Palu Khurd is a village situated in the Mauzamabad tehsil of Jaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mauzamabad) and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Jaipur. Gidani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palu Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palu Khurd is 079774. The village covers a total geographical area of 527.43 hectares and falls under the 303009 pincode. Bagru is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Palu Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dudu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ajmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palu Khurd
As per Census 2011, Palu Khurd village has a total population of 666 people, consisting of 344 males and 322 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 346 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palu Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 666 | 344 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 346 | 175 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 239 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 105 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Palu Khurd
Palu Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Maheshpura | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Chandarmool | South | 2.57 km |
| Palu Kalan | North | 2.90 km |
| Akhepura | East | 2.98 km |
| Maheshpura | South | 3.47 km |
| Sawarda | West | 4.14 km |
| Gidani | South-West | 4.84 km |
| Manpura | South-East | 5.04 km |
| Keriya | North-East | 5.41 km |
| Anantpura | East | 5.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palu Khurd
Public transport in the Palu Khurd is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Naraina, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bagru to Palu Khurd is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaipur to Palu Khurd is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palu Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palu Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Palu Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palu Khurd 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 Palu Khurd
Where is Palu Khurd located?
Palu Khurd village is located in Mauzamabad Tehsil, Jaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palu Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Palu Khurd is Gidani.
What is the pincode of Palu Khurd?
The pincode of Palu Khurd is 303009.
What is the population of Palu Khurd?
Palu Khurd has a total population of 666, including 344 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Palu Khurd?
There are 133 households in Palu Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Palu Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palu Khurd is 56.31%. Male literacy is 69.48% and female literacy is 42.24%.