Palas Khurd - Bhagwanpura, Khargone (West Nimar)
Palas Khurd is a village situated in the Bhagwanpura tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhagwanpura and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Palaskut serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palas Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palas Khurd is 477842. The village covers a total geographical area of 804.11 hectares and falls under the 451441 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Palas Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palas Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Palas Khurd village had a total population of 3,393 people, including 1,710 males and 1,683 females, living in 489 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.39%, with male literacy at 21.51% and female literacy at 15.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 186, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,138.
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 | 3,393 | 1,710 | 1,683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 984 | 506 | 478 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 86 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,138 | 1,584 | 1,554 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 259 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,950 | 1,451 | 1,499 |
Nearby Villages of Palas Khurd
Palas Khurd 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 Palas Khurd
Public transport in the Palas Khurd is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Khargone to Palas Khurd is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palas Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palas Khurd 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 Palas Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palas Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Palas Khurd
Where is Palas Khurd located?
Palas Khurd village is located in Bhagwanpura Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palas Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Palas Khurd is Palaskut.
What is the pincode of Palas Khurd?
The pincode of Palas Khurd is 451441.
What is the population of Palas Khurd?
Palas Khurd had a total population of 3,393, including 1,710 males and 1,683 females.
How many households are there in Palas Khurd?
Palas Khurd had 489 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palas Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palas Khurd was 18.39%. Male literacy was 21.51% and female literacy was 15.27%.