Palta - Rasra, Ballia
Palta is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Belsara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palta is 198499. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.31 hectares and falls under the 277121 pincode. Rasra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Palta 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 Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palta
According to the 2011 Census, Palta village had a total population of 219 people, including 110 males and 109 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.21%, with male literacy at 83.50% and female literacy at 74.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59.
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 | 219 | 110 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 86 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 24 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Palta
Palta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mubarakpur T. Sikriya | North | 0.50 km |
| Mubarakpur T.kurzi | South | 0.55 km |
| Belsara | West | 1.24 km |
| Dohdhanpur | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Sikriya Khurd | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Kureji | South | 1.40 km |
| Tendua | North | 1.45 km |
| Deoria | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Gop Ganda | East | 1.95 km |
| Nadaul Urf Piyarhi | North | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palta
Palta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chilkahar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rasra to Palta is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Palta is about 20 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 Palta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palta
Where is Palta located?
Palta village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palta?
The Gram Panchayat of Palta is Belsara.
What is the pincode of Palta?
The pincode of Palta is 277121.
What is the population of Palta?
Palta had a total population of 219, including 110 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Palta?
Palta had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palta was 79.21%. Male literacy was 83.50% and female literacy was 74.75%.