Palona
Palona is a village located in Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Jhiranya (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Palona village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Palona unique in its vibrant Jhiranya-Khargone region. You’ll see Palona’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Palona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palona is 477975. The village spans a total geographical area of 173.75 hectares. Jhiranya is nearest town to Palona village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Palona
Population of Palona
According to the 2011 Census, Palona has a total population of about 1,888, with approximately 946 males and 942 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 544 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,759. The overall literacy rate is approximately 17.00%, with male literacy at about 20.82% and female literacy near 13.16%. There are around 327 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palona's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,888 | 946 | 942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 544 | 279 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,759 | 888 | 871 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 197 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,567 | 749 | 818 |
Connectivity of Palona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palona. As per the 2011 stats, Palona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Palona
Knowing the nearby villages of Palona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palona
- Where is Palona located?
- Palona village is situated in Jhiranya Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palona?
- Palona serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Palona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palona is 1,888, with 946 males and 942 females.
- How many households are there in Palona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palona village has a total of 327 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palona is 17.00%. The male literacy rate is 20.82%, while the female literacy rate is 13.16%.