Palasi - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Palasi is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Palasi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasi is 477460. The village covers a total geographical area of 701 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palasi
According to the 2011 Census, Palasi village had a total population of 1,316 people, including 657 males and 659 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.50%, with male literacy at 78.69% and female literacy at 52.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 592.
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 | 1,316 | 657 | 659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 122 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 66 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 592 | 283 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 693 | 421 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 236 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Palasi
Palasi 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 Palasi
Palasi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhikangaon to Palasi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Palasi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palasi
Where is Palasi located?
Palasi village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) 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 451331.
What is the population of Palasi?
Palasi had a total population of 1,316, including 657 males and 659 females.
How many households are there in Palasi?
Palasi had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasi was 65.50%. Male literacy was 78.69% and female literacy was 52.01%.