Palsud - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Palsud is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Palsud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palsud is 477062. The village covers a total geographical area of 527.31 hectares and falls under the 451225 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Palsud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palsud
As per Census 2011, Palsud village has a total population of 1,586 people, consisting of 793 males and 793 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,031 literate and 555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 332 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palsud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,586 | 793 | 793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 101 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 165 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,031 | 589 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 204 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Palsud
Palsud 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 Palsud
Palsud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Palsud.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Palsud is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Palsud is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palsud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palsud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palsud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palsud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palsud
Where is Palsud located?
Palsud village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palsud?
Palsud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palsud?
The pincode of Palsud is 451225.
What is the population of Palsud?
Palsud has a total population of 1,586, including 793 males and 793 females.
How many households are there in Palsud?
There are 358 households in Palsud.
What is the literacy rate in Palsud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palsud is 65.01%. Male literacy is 74.27% and female literacy is 55.74%.