Palson - Govardhan, Mathura
Palson is a village situated in the Govardhan tehsil of Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Mathura and around 24 km from Mathura. Palson village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palson is 124216. The village covers a total geographical area of 1604.3 hectares and falls under the 281502 pincode. Mathura is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Palson village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Palson
As per Census 2011, Palson village has a total population of 8,316 people, consisting of 4,582 males and 3,734 females. The village has 1,388 households and a sex ratio of 814 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,711 literate and 3,605 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,762 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palson are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,316 | 4,582 | 3,734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,231 | 658 | 573 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,762 | 977 | 785 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,711 | 3,076 | 1,635 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,605 | 1,506 | 2,099 |
Nearby Villages of Palson
Palson 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Seeh | North | 2.30 km |
| Madaura | South | 3.14 km |
| Dirawali | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Mahroli | West | 3.61 km |
| Padal | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Bhagosa | South | 3.96 km |
| Dahrauli | North | 4.02 km |
| Deopura | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Pali | East | 4.16 km |
| Bharnakalan | North-East | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palson
Palson is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Goverdhan, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mathura to Palson is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palson
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palson village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palson
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palson 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Palson
Where is Palson located?
Palson village is located in Govardhan Tehsil, Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palson?
Palson is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palson?
The pincode of Palson is 281502.
What is the population of Palson?
Palson has a total population of 8,316, including 4,582 males and 3,734 females.
How many households are there in Palson?
There are 1,388 households in Palson.
What is the literacy rate in Palson?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palson is 56.65%. Male literacy is 67.13% and female literacy is 43.79%.