Palgaon - Nagri, Dhamtari
Palgaon is a village situated in the Nagri tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagari and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Kauhabahara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palgaon is 447340. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.61 hectares and falls under the 493773 pincode. Nagari is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Palgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Palgaon village had a total population of 348 people, including 175 males and 173 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.95%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 39.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 308.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 348 | 175 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 154 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 73 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 102 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Palgaon
Palgaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palgaon
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Palgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagari to Palgaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Palgaon is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palgaon
Where is Palgaon located?
Palgaon village is located in Nagri Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Palgaon is Kauhabahara.
What is the pincode of Palgaon?
The pincode of Palgaon is 493773.
What is the population of Palgaon?
Palgaon had a total population of 348, including 175 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Palgaon?
Palgaon had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palgaon was 44.95%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 39.72%.