Paldha Buzurg - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Paldha Buzurg is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Saka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paldha Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paldha Buzurg is 477907. The village covers a total geographical area of 675.08 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Paldha Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paldha Buzurg
According to the 2011 Census, Paldha Buzurg village had a total population of 682 people, including 352 males and 330 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.99%, with male literacy at 34.11% and female literacy at 21.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 662.
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 | 682 | 352 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 94 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 662 | 344 | 318 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 88 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 264 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Paldha Buzurg
Paldha Buzurg 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 Paldha Buzurg
Paldha Buzurg 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhiranya to Paldha Buzurg is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Paldha Buzurg is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paldha Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paldha Buzurg 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 Paldha Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paldha Buzurg 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Paldha Buzurg
Where is Paldha Buzurg located?
Paldha Buzurg village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paldha Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Paldha Buzurg is Saka.
What is the pincode of Paldha Buzurg?
The pincode of Paldha Buzurg is 451001.
What is the population of Paldha Buzurg?
Paldha Buzurg had a total population of 682, including 352 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Paldha Buzurg?
Paldha Buzurg had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paldha Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paldha Buzurg was 27.99%. Male literacy was 34.11% and female literacy was 21.28%.