Palara - Singur, Hooghly
Palara is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.2 km from Singur. Bighati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palara is 325551. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.98 hectares and falls under the 712124 pincode. Bhadreshwar is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Palara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Singur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palara
As per Census 2011, Palara village has a total population of 2,008 people, consisting of 1,069 males and 939 females. The village has 488 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,536 literate and 472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 727 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,008 | 1,069 | 939 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 79 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 727 | 393 | 334 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,536 | 861 | 675 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 208 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Palara
Palara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patul.raghabpur | South-West | 0.69 km |
| Bighati | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Ghosha | West | 1.38 km |
| Gourangapur | East | 1.65 km |
| Nanda | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Chhinamor | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Gomutia | West | 2.14 km |
| Chhutipur | North | 2.31 km |
| Hakimpur | West | 2.67 km |
| Diara | South-West | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palara
Palara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Diara, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bhadreshwar to Palara is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palara
Where is Palara located?
Palara village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palara?
The Gram Panchayat of Palara is Bighati.
What is the pincode of Palara?
The pincode of Palara is 712124.
What is the population of Palara?
Palara has a total population of 2,008, including 1,069 males and 939 females.
How many households are there in Palara?
There are 488 households in Palara.
What is the literacy rate in Palara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palara is 76.49%. Male literacy is 80.54% and female literacy is 71.88%.