Palasi - Masalia, Dumka
Palasi is a village situated in the Masalia subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Masalia and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Nayadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasi is 372092. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.93 hectares and falls under the 814119 pincode.
Palasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palasi
According to the 2011 Census, Palasi village had a total population of 468 people, including 236 males and 232 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.24%, with male literacy at 74.36% and female literacy at 44.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 428.
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 | 468 | 236 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 428 | 214 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 145 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 91 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Palasi
Palasi 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 Palasi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Palasi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Dumka to Palasi is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasi 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 Palasi
Where is Palasi located?
Palasi village is located in Masalia Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasi is Nayadih.
What is the pincode of Palasi?
The pincode of Palasi is 814119.
What is the population of Palasi?
Palasi had a total population of 468, including 236 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Palasi?
Palasi had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasi was 59.24%. Male literacy was 74.36% and female literacy was 44.50%.