Palitana Assembly Constituency (विधानसभा क्षेत्र)
About Palitana Assembly Constituency
The Palitana Assembly Constituency is a pivotal area in the democratic framework of Gujarat. This constituency is represented by an elected member of the State Legislative Assembly and contributes to the governance and development of the state.
In the recent assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janta Party party showed consistent strength. Bhikhabhai Ravajibhai Baraiya stood out as a key candidate in the Palitana constituency and is currently serving as its MLA (Member of Legislative Assembly - आमदार).
Constituency Details
Associated Parliament Constituency
An Assembly Constituency, like Palitana, serves as the foundation for state-level governance and citizen representation. It ensures that the voices of residents are heard and addressed in legislative processes.
Election Result Details
The last assembly elections in Palitana were held in 2022. Bhikhabhai Ravajibhai Baraiya won the MLA seat with a margin of 16.7%. They represented the Bharatiya Janta Party, showing the party's strong support in this area.
| Assembly Constituency Name | Palitana | Assembly Constituency Number | 102 |
| District | Bhavnagar | Constituency Type | General |
| Winning Candidate | Bhikhabhai Ravajibhai Baraiya | Party | Bharatiya Janta Party |
| Total Electors | 280,547 | Total Votes | 165,325 |
| Poll Percentage | 58.9% | Margin Votes | 27,577 |
| Margin Percentage | 16.7% | Election Year | 2022 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Palitana is located in the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat.
Palitana is categorized as a General constituency.
The current MLA of Palitana is Bhikhabhai Ravajibhai Baraiya from the Bharatiya Janta Party.
- Voter turnout: 58.9%
- Total votes cast: 165,325
- Total electors: 280,547
- Winning margin: 27,577 votes (16.7%)
Palitana falls under the Bhavnagar parliamentary constituency.
Bhikhabhai Ravajibhai Baraiya represents the Bharatiya Janta Party.
Bhikhabhai Ravajibhai Baraiya won with a margin of 27,577 votes, which is 16.7% of the total votes.
The Assembly Constituency Code for Palitana is 102.
The last assembly elections in Palitana were held in 2022.