Palidih - Pathalgaon, Jashpur
Palidih is a village situated in the Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathalgaon and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Palidih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palidih is 434273. The village covers a total geographical area of 748.8 hectares and falls under the 496118 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Palidih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palidih
According to the 2011 Census, Palidih village had a total population of 2,435 people, including 1,190 males and 1,245 females, living in 533 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.00%, with male literacy at 79.12% and female literacy at 52.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 228, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,468.
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 | 2,435 | 1,190 | 1,245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 146 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 115 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,468 | 703 | 765 |
| Literate Population | 1,378 | 826 | 552 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,057 | 364 | 693 |
Nearby Villages of Palidih
Palidih 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 Palidih
Palidih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathalgaon to Palidih is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Palidih is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palidih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palidih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palidih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palidih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Palidih
Where is Palidih located?
Palidih village is located in Pathalgaon Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palidih?
Palidih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palidih?
The pincode of Palidih is 496118.
What is the population of Palidih?
Palidih had a total population of 2,435, including 1,190 males and 1,245 females.
How many households are there in Palidih?
Palidih had 533 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palidih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palidih was 66.00%. Male literacy was 79.12% and female literacy was 52.87%.