Palsud - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Palsud is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Limbi Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palsud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palsud is 476603. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.79 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Palsud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palsud
According to the 2011 Census, Palsud village had a total population of 509 people, including 264 males and 245 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.25%, with male literacy at 66.05% and female literacy at 42.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 344.
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 | 509 | 264 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 49 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 88 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 176 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 142 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 122 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Palsud
Palsud 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 Palsud
Public transport in the Palsud is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Palsud.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Palsud is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Palsud is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palsud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palsud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palsud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palsud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palsud
Where is Palsud located?
Palsud village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palsud?
The Gram Panchayat of Palsud is Limbi Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Palsud?
The pincode of Palsud is 451115.
What is the population of Palsud?
Palsud had a total population of 509, including 264 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Palsud?
Palsud had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palsud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palsud was 54.25%. Male literacy was 66.05% and female literacy was 42.11%.