Paligara Kalan - Ballia
Paligara Kalan is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Paligra Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paligara Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paligara Kalan is 198789. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.51 hectares and falls under the 221713 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paligara Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phephana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paligara Kalan
As per Census 2011, Paligara Kalan village has a total population of 1,383 people, consisting of 701 males and 682 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 829 literate and 554 illiterate residents. Additionally, 308 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paligara Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,383 | 701 | 682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 112 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 151 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 829 | 491 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 210 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Paligara Kalan
Paligara Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bibipur | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Nasirpur Kalan | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Paligara Khurd | North | 1.29 km |
| Akhtiyarpur | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Pakhan Pura | East | 1.41 km |
| Shekh Alipur | South | 1.42 km |
| Manaspur | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Nasirpur Khurd | North | 1.83 km |
| Badhvalia | South | 1.86 km |
| Kodra | North-East | 1.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paligara Kalan
Public transport in the Paligara Kalan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tajpur Dehma, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.4 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 Ballia to Paligara Kalan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Paligara Kalan is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paligara Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paligara Kalan 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 Paligara Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paligara Kalan 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 Paligara Kalan
Where is Paligara Kalan located?
Paligara Kalan village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paligara Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Paligara Kalan is Paligra Kala.
What is the pincode of Paligara Kalan?
The pincode of Paligara Kalan is 221713.
What is the population of Paligara Kalan?
Paligara Kalan has a total population of 1,383, including 701 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Paligara Kalan?
There are 201 households in Paligara Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Paligara Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paligara Kalan is 59.94%. Male literacy is 70.04% and female literacy is 49.56%.