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.

Palona 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 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.

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Population of Palona

Below is a concise population overview of Palona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palona village:

  • The total population of Palona village is around 1,888, including approximately 946 males and 942 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 544 children aged 0–6 years in Palona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palona village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,759 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palona village is about 17.00%, with male literacy at 20.82% and female literacy at 13.16%.
  • There are around 327 households in Palona village.

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%.