Palatwada - Parasia, Chhindwara
Palatwada is a village situated in the Parasia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parasia and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Palatwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palatwada is 494740. The village covers a total geographical area of 357.97 hectares and falls under the 480441 pincode. Dongar Parasia is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Palatwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palatwada
As per Census 2011, Palatwada village has a total population of 1,959 people, consisting of 988 males and 971 females. The village has 391 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,268 literate and 691 illiterate residents. Additionally, 219 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palatwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,959 | 988 | 971 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 132 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 111 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 77 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 1,268 | 697 | 571 |
| Illiterate Population | 691 | 291 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Palatwada
Palatwada 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 Palatwada
Palatwada 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 >10 km |
| 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 Dongar Parasia to Palatwada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Palatwada is about 24 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 Palatwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palatwada 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palatwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palatwada 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 Palatwada
Where is Palatwada located?
Palatwada village is located in Parasia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palatwada?
Palatwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palatwada?
The pincode of Palatwada is 480441.
What is the population of Palatwada?
Palatwada has a total population of 1,959, including 988 males and 971 females.
How many households are there in Palatwada?
There are 391 households in Palatwada.
What is the literacy rate in Palatwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palatwada is 64.73%. Male literacy is 70.55% and female literacy is 58.81%.