Palasi - Dahi, Dhar
Palasi is a village situated in the Dahi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahi and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Palasi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasi is 475535. The village covers a total geographical area of 681.27 hectares and falls under the 454331 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Palasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kukshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palasi
As per Census 2011, Palasi village has a total population of 1,710 people, consisting of 860 males and 850 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 672 literate and 1,038 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,636 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,710 | 860 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 142 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,636 | 825 | 811 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 401 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,038 | 459 | 579 |
Nearby Villages of Palasi
Palasi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ali | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Umarkua | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Haldi | North | 2.83 km |
| Girwanya | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Balwani | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Dholya | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Chikli | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Digavi | West | 4.29 km |
| Talanpur | South-East | 4.43 km |
| Barda | South | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palasi
Palasi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kukshi to Palasi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Palasi is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasi 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 Palasi
Where is Palasi located?
Palasi village is located in Dahi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasi?
Palasi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palasi?
The pincode of Palasi is 454331.
What is the population of Palasi?
Palasi has a total population of 1,710, including 860 males and 850 females.
How many households are there in Palasi?
There are 283 households in Palasi.
What is the literacy rate in Palasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasi is 39.30%. Male literacy is 46.63% and female literacy is 31.88%.