Pali - Takhatpur, Bilaspur
Pali is a village situated in the Takhatpur tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Takhatpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bilaspur. Bodsara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pali is 438528. The village covers a total geographical area of 608.5 hectares and falls under the 495222 pincode. Lormi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Pali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Takhatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pali
As per Census 2011, Pali village has a total population of 2,121 people, consisting of 1,057 males and 1,064 females. The village has 479 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,013 literate and 1,108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 961 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,121 | 1,057 | 1,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 162 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 961 | 463 | 498 |
| Literate Population | 1,013 | 627 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,108 | 430 | 678 |
Nearby Villages of Pali
Pali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belsara | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Nawagaon | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Manpahri | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Gamjoo | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Tingipur | North | 2.90 km |
| Darri | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Khatola | West | 3.29 km |
| Limha | South | 3.36 km |
| Kharga | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Domanpur | West | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pali
Pali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kargi Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lormi to Pali is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Pali is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pali 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 Pali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pali
Where is Pali located?
Pali village is located in Takhatpur Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pali?
The Gram Panchayat of Pali is Bodsara.
What is the pincode of Pali?
The pincode of Pali is 495222.
What is the population of Pali?
Pali has a total population of 2,121, including 1,057 males and 1,064 females.
How many households are there in Pali?
There are 479 households in Pali.
What is the literacy rate in Pali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pali is 47.76%. Male literacy is 59.32% and female literacy is 36.28%.