Palsanda - Chhota Udaipur, Chhotaudepur
Palsanda is a village situated in the Chhota Udaipur taluka of Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Chhota Udaipur and around 80 km from Vadodara. Palsanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palsanda is 520276. The village covers a total geographical area of 966.58 hectares and falls under the 391156 pincode. Chhota Udaipur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Palsanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palsanda
As per Census 2011, Palsanda village has a total population of 2,672 people, consisting of 1,325 males and 1,347 females. The village has 518 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 383 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 989 literate and 1,683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,564 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palsanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,672 | 1,325 | 1,347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 177 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 42 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,564 | 1,275 | 1,289 |
| Literate Population | 989 | 597 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,683 | 728 | 955 |
Nearby Villages of Palsanda
Palsanda 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 Palsanda
Palsanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Palsanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhota Udaipur to Palsanda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Palsanda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palsanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palsanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palsanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palsanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Palsanda
Where is Palsanda located?
Palsanda village is located in Chhota Udaipur Taluka, Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palsanda?
Palsanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palsanda?
The pincode of Palsanda is 391156.
What is the population of Palsanda?
Palsanda has a total population of 2,672, including 1,325 males and 1,347 females.
How many households are there in Palsanda?
There are 518 households in Palsanda.
What is the literacy rate in Palsanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palsanda is 37.01%. Male literacy is 45.06% and female literacy is 29.10%.