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
According to the 2011 Census, Palwa village had a total population of 449 people, including 229 males and 220 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.91%, with male literacy at 65.08% and female literacy at 46.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 410.
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 | 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 had a total population of 449, including 229 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Palwa?
Palwa had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palwa was 55.91%. Male literacy was 65.08% and female literacy was 46.45%.