Palda - Susner, Agar-Malwa
Palda is a village situated in the Susner tehsil of Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Susner and around 110 km from Shajapur. Palda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palda is 472235. The village covers a total geographical area of 801.75 hectares and falls under the 465447 pincode. Susner is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Palda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Susner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palda
According to the 2011 Census, Palda village had a total population of 837 people, including 408 males and 429 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.32%, with male literacy at 71.26% and female literacy at 49.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 305, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 837 | 408 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 60 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 146 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 248 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 160 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Palda
Palda 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 Palda
Palda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Susner to Palda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Palda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palda 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 Palda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palda
Where is Palda located?
Palda village is located in Susner Tehsil, Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palda?
Palda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palda?
The pincode of Palda is 465447.
What is the population of Palda?
Palda had a total population of 837, including 408 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Palda?
Palda had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palda was 60.32%. Male literacy was 71.26% and female literacy was 49.28%.