Palaspur - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Palaspur is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Bhojudhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palaspur is 505655. The village covers a total geographical area of 743.3 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Palaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palaspur
As per Census 2011, Palaspur village has a total population of 275 people, consisting of 145 males and 130 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 262 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 275 | 145 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 36 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 137 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 59 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 86 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Palaspur
Palaspur 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 Palaspur
Palaspur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanera(harsud) to Palaspur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Palaspur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palaspur 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 Palaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palaspur 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 Palaspur
Where is Palaspur located?
Palaspur village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Palaspur is Bhojudhana.
What is the pincode of Palaspur?
The pincode of Palaspur is 450001.
What is the population of Palaspur?
Palaspur has a total population of 275, including 145 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Palaspur?
There are 44 households in Palaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Palaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palaspur is 33.45%. Male literacy is 40.69% and female literacy is 25.38%.