Palassi - Baldwara, Mandi
Palassi is a village situated in the Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palassi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palassi is 014176. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.38 hectares and falls under the 175034 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Palassi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palassi
According to the 2011 Census, Palassi village had a total population of 145 people, including 66 males and 79 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,197 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.55%, with male literacy at 91.23% and female literacy at 86.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 145 | 66 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 52 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 14 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Palassi
Palassi 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 Palassi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Palassi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandi to Palassi is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palassi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palassi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Palassi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palassi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palassi
Where is Palassi located?
Palassi village is located in Baldwara Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palassi?
The Gram Panchayat of Palassi is Kot.
What is the pincode of Palassi?
The pincode of Palassi is 175034.
What is the population of Palassi?
Palassi had a total population of 145, including 66 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Palassi?
Palassi had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palassi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palassi was 88.55%. Male literacy was 91.23% and female literacy was 86.49%.