Palra
Palra is a village located in Mawana tehsil of Meerut district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Mawana (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Meerut. As per 2009 stats, Palra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Palra unique in its vibrant Mawana-Meerut region. You’ll see Palra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Palra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palra is 118819. The village spans a total geographical area of 393.39 hectares. Mawana is nearest town to Palra village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Palra
Population of Palra
According to the 2011 Census, Palra has a total population of about 2,334, with approximately 1,292 males and 1,042 females. The sex ratio is around 806 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 363 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 646 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.67%, with male literacy at about 71.67% and female literacy near 47.02%. There are around 319 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,334 | 1,292 | 1,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 213 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 352 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,416 | 926 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 918 | 366 | 552 |
Connectivity of Palra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palra. As per the 2011 stats, Palra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palra
Knowing the nearby villages of Palra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palra
- Where is Palra located?
- Palra village is situated in Mawana Tehsil, within the Meerut district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palra?
- Palra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Palra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palra is 2,334, with 1,292 males and 1,042 females.
- How many households are there in Palra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palra village has a total of 319 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palra is 60.67%. The male literacy rate is 71.67%, while the female literacy rate is 47.02%.