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
According to the 2011 Census, Palaspur village had a total population of 275 people, including 145 males and 130 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.20%, with male literacy at 54.13% and female literacy at 30.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 262.
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 | 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 had a total population of 275, including 145 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Palaspur?
Palaspur had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palaspur was 42.20%. Male literacy was 54.13% and female literacy was 30.28%.