Paldha Khurd - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Paldha Khurd is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Ardla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paldha Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paldha Khurd is 477874. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.8 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Paldha Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paldha Khurd
As per Census 2011, Paldha Khurd village has a total population of 718 people, consisting of 371 males and 347 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 396 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paldha Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 718 | 371 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 65 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 396 | 198 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 182 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 189 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Paldha Khurd
Paldha 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 Paldha Khurd
Paldha Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Khurd is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Paldha Khurd is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paldha Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paldha 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 Paldha 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 Paldha Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paldha Khurd
Where is Paldha Khurd located?
Paldha Khurd village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paldha Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Paldha Khurd is Ardla.
What is the pincode of Paldha Khurd?
The pincode of Paldha Khurd is 451332.
What is the population of Paldha Khurd?
Paldha Khurd has a total population of 718, including 371 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Paldha Khurd?
There are 117 households in Paldha Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Paldha Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paldha Khurd is 38.30%. Male literacy is 49.06% and female literacy is 26.80%.