Palara

Palara is a village located in Uluberia Ii subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.7km away from sub-district headquarter Uluberia (tehsildar office) and 38.1km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Joyargori is the gram panchayat of Palara village.

Here you can discover what makes Palara unique in its vibrant Uluberia Ii-Haora region. You’ll see Palara’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 Palara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palara is 332920. The village spans a total geographical area of 76.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711303. Bagnan is nearest town to Palara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Palara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Uluberia Uttar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Uluberia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Palara

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Population of Palara

According to the 2011 Census, Palara has a total population of about 2,659, with approximately 1,343 males and 1,316 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 387 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 700 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 53.55%, with male literacy at about 57.26% and female literacy near 49.77%. There are around 485 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,659 1,343 1,316
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 387 192 195
Scheduled Castes (SC) 700 342 358
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,424 769 655
Illiterate Population 1,235 574 661

Connectivity of Palara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palara. As per the 2011 stats, Palara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Palara

Knowing the nearby villages of Palara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Palara

Where is Palara located?
Palara village is situated in Uluberia Ii Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palara?
The Gram Panchayat of Palara is Joyargori (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palara?
The pincode of Palara is 711303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palara is 2,659, with 1,343 males and 1,316 females.
How many households are there in Palara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palara village has a total of 485 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palara is 53.55%. The male literacy rate is 57.26%, while the female literacy rate is 49.77%.