Palwa - Tendukheda, Damoh
Palwa is a village situated in the Tendukheda tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tendukheda and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Chandna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palwa is 462843. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.7 hectares and falls under the 470880 pincode. Tendukheda is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Palwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palwa
As per Census 2011, Palwa village has a total population of 449 people, consisting of 229 males and 220 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 410 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 449 | 229 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 410 | 207 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 123 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 106 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Palwa
Palwa 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 Palwa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Palwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Tendukheda to Palwa is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Palwa is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palwa 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 Palwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palwa 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 Palwa
Where is Palwa located?
Palwa village is located in Tendukheda Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Palwa is Chandna.
What is the pincode of Palwa?
The pincode of Palwa is 470880.
What is the population of Palwa?
Palwa has a total population of 449, including 229 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Palwa?
There are 86 households in Palwa.
What is the literacy rate in Palwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palwa is 46.33%. Male literacy is 53.71% and female literacy is 38.64%.