Paldi - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Paldi is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Pokhar Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paldi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paldi is 477483. The village covers a total geographical area of 426.46 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paldi 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 Paldi
According to the 2011 Census, Paldi village had a total population of 409 people, including 217 males and 192 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.46%, with male literacy at 74.85% and female literacy at 49.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 409.
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 | 409 | 217 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 50 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 409 | 217 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 125 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 92 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Paldi
Paldi 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 Paldi
Paldi 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 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 Paldi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Paldi is about 50 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 Paldi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paldi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paldi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paldi 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 Paldi
Where is Paldi located?
Paldi village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paldi?
The Gram Panchayat of Paldi is Pokhar Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Paldi?
The pincode of Paldi is 451331.
What is the population of Paldi?
Paldi had a total population of 409, including 217 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Paldi?
Paldi had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paldi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paldi was 62.46%. Male literacy was 74.85% and female literacy was 49.37%.