Palasi
Palasi is a village located in Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bhikangaon (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Palasi village is also a gram panchayat.
Palasi has its own place in the vibrant Khargone region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Palasi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palasi is 477460. The village spans a total geographical area of 701 hectares. Bhikangaon is nearest town to Palasi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palasi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khandwa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palasi
Population of Palasi
Below is a concise population overview of Palasi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palasi village:
- The total population of Palasi village is around 1,316, including approximately 657 males and 659 females, with a sex ratio of 1003 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 258 children aged 0–6 years in Palasi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palasi village has 135 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 592 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palasi village is about 52.66%, with male literacy at 64.08% and female literacy at 41.27%.
- There are around 238 households in Palasi village.
Connectivity of Palasi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palasi. As per the 2011 stats, Palasi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palasi
Knowing the nearby villages of Palasi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palasi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palasi
- Where is Palasi located?
- Palasi village is situated in Bhikangaon Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palasi?
- Palasi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Palasi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palasi is 1,316, with 657 males and 659 females.
- How many households are there in Palasi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palasi village has a total of 238 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palasi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palasi is 52.66%. The male literacy rate is 64.08%, while the female literacy rate is 41.27%.