Paliya - Belthara Road, Ballia
Paliya is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Paliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paliya is 197822. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.55 hectares and falls under the 221718 pincode. Belthara Road is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Paliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paliya
According to the 2011 Census, Paliya village had a total population of 1,552 people, including 751 males and 801 females, living in 255 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.95%, with male literacy at 80.98% and female literacy at 59.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 500, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 1,552 | 751 | 801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 120 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 500 | 248 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 917 | 511 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 635 | 240 | 395 |
Nearby Villages of Paliya
Paliya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bidhara | East | 0.90 km |
| Rajpur | South-West | 0.90 km |
| Farsatar | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Tirnie Khijirpur | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Adlispur | South | 1.68 km |
| Salempur T. Farsatar | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Noorpur | West | 1.74 km |
| Bhadhar | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Samsuddinpur | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Bigah Jamin Bigha | South-West | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paliya
Paliya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Belthara Road, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.4 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belthara Road to Paliya is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Paliya is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paliya
Where is Paliya located?
Paliya village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia 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 221718.
What is the population of Paliya?
Paliya had a total population of 1,552, including 751 males and 801 females.
How many households are there in Paliya?
Paliya had 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paliya was 69.95%. Male literacy was 80.98% and female literacy was 59.71%.