Palua

Palua is a village located in Mohanpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Mohanpur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Palua village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Tanua is the gram panchayat of Palua village.

Palua has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Palua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palua is 344099. The village spans a total geographical area of 169.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721436. Egra is nearest town to Palua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Palua

Below is a concise population overview of Palua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 535 286 249
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 48 28 20
Scheduled Castes (SC) 60 31 29
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 3 N/A
Literate Population 455 246 209
Illiterate Population 80 40 40

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palua village:

  • The total population of Palua village is around 535, including approximately 286 males and 249 females, with a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 48 children aged 0–6 years in Palua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palua village has 60 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palua village is about 85.05%, with male literacy at 86.01% and female literacy at 83.94%.
  • There are around 108 households in Palua village.

Connectivity of Palua

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palua

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Palua

Where is Palua located?
Palua village is situated in Mohanpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palua?
The Gram Panchayat of Palua is Tanua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palua?
The pincode of Palua is 721436, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palua is 535, with 286 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Palua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palua village has a total of 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palua is 85.05%. The male literacy rate is 86.01%, while the female literacy rate is 83.94%.