Palidungara - Govardhan, Mathura
Palidungara is a village situated in the Govardhan tehsil of Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh. Palidungara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palidungara is 124260. The village covers a total geographical area of 387.2 hectares and falls under the 281123 pincode.
Palidungara 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 Goverdhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palidungara
According to the 2011 Census, Palidungara village had a total population of 1,608 people, including 864 males and 744 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.53%, with male literacy at 75.91% and female literacy at 46.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 217.
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 | 1,608 | 864 | 744 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 150 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 124 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 821 | 542 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 787 | 322 | 465 |
Nearby Villages of Palidungara
Palidungara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhakpura | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Singa Patti | West | 2.25 km |
| Bhadar | North | 2.26 km |
| Chak Sawant | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Malhu | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Nagla Chhinga | North | 3.46 km |
| Nagla Sawant | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Loriha Patti | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Son | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Phondar | South | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palidungara
Palidungara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jajan Patti, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Palidungara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palidungara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palidungara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palidungara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palidungara
Where is Palidungara located?
Palidungara village is located in Govardhan Tehsil, Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palidungara?
Palidungara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palidungara?
The pincode of Palidungara is 281123.
What is the population of Palidungara?
Palidungara had a total population of 1,608, including 864 males and 744 females.
How many households are there in Palidungara?
Palidungara had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palidungara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palidungara was 62.53%. Male literacy was 75.91% and female literacy was 46.58%.