Palra - Mauranipur, Jhansi
Palra is a village situated in the Mauranipur tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. Palara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palra is 152603. The village covers a total geographical area of 1355.69 hectares and falls under the 284205 pincode. Jhansi is the nearest town.
Palra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palra
As per Census 2011, Palra village has a total population of 5,147 people, consisting of 2,677 males and 2,470 females. The village has 915 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 767 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,088 literate and 2,059 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,886 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,147 | 2,677 | 2,470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 767 | 407 | 360 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,886 | 981 | 905 |
| Literate Population | 3,088 | 1,974 | 1,114 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,059 | 703 | 1,356 |
Nearby Villages of Palra
Palra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gairaha | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Khan Pura | East | 2.61 km |
| Sewkara Dhawa | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Saptwara | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Ratausa | South | 3.19 km |
| Bagarauni | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Pachwara | North | 3.87 km |
| Sanaura | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Rajpura | North-West | 4.50 km |
| Bihata | North-East | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palra
Palra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranipur Road, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.9 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 |
Banking and Postal Services in Palra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palra
Where is Palra located?
Palra village is located in Mauranipur Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palra?
The Gram Panchayat of Palra is Palara.
What is the pincode of Palra?
The pincode of Palra is 284205.
What is the population of Palra?
Palra has a total population of 5,147, including 2,677 males and 2,470 females.
How many households are there in Palra?
There are 915 households in Palra.
What is the literacy rate in Palra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palra is 60.00%. Male literacy is 73.74% and female literacy is 45.10%.