Palasya - Anjad, Barwani
Palasya is a village situated in the Anjad tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anjad and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Palasiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palasya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasya is 478257. The village covers a total geographical area of 712.53 hectares and falls under the 451556 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Palasya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palasya
According to the 2011 Census, Palasya village had a total population of 552 people, including 293 males and 259 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.84%, with male literacy at 43.24% and female literacy at 34.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 452, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 67.
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 | 552 | 293 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 71 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 452 | 238 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 96 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 197 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Palasya
Palasya 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 Palasya
Public transport in the Palasya is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anjad to Palasya is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Palasya is about 18 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 Palasya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palasya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Palasya
Where is Palasya located?
Palasya village is located in Anjad Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palasya?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasya is Palasiya.
What is the pincode of Palasya?
The pincode of Palasya is 451556.
What is the population of Palasya?
Palasya had a total population of 552, including 293 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Palasya?
Palasya had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palasya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasya was 38.84%. Male literacy was 43.24% and female literacy was 34.13%.