Paliya - Sagri, Azamgarh
Paliya is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Paliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paliya is 192981. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.43 hectares and falls under the 276135 pincode. Bilariyaganj is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Paliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paliya
According to the 2011 Census, Paliya village had a total population of 1,516 people, including 719 males and 797 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 1,108 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.76%, with male literacy at 80.14% and female literacy at 60.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 643, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,516 | 719 | 797 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 140 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 643 | 309 | 334 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 858 | 464 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 255 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Paliya
Paliya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Paliya
Paliya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Bilariyaganj to Paliya is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Paliya is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paliya 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paliya
Where is Paliya located?
Paliya village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paliya?
Paliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paliya?
The pincode of Paliya is 276135.
What is the population of Paliya?
Paliya had a total population of 1,516, including 719 males and 797 females.
How many households are there in Paliya?
Paliya had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paliya was 69.76%. Male literacy was 80.14% and female literacy was 60.52%.