Paloha
Paloha is a village located in Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Gadarwara (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Palohabada is the gram panchayat of Paloha village.
Paloha has its own place in the vibrant Narsimhapur 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 Paloha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paloha is 490738. The village spans a total geographical area of 1456.3 hectares. Gadarwara is nearest town to Paloha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Paloha 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 Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Paloha
Population of Paloha
Below is a concise population overview of Paloha 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 | 5,118 | 2,756 | 2,362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 720 | 388 | 332 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 777 | 409 | 368 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,231 | 1,940 | 1,291 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,887 | 816 | 1,071 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paloha village:
- The total population of Paloha village is around 5,118, including approximately 2,756 males and 2,362 females, with a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 720 children aged 0–6 years in Paloha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Paloha village has 777 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Paloha village is about 63.13%, with male literacy at 70.39% and female literacy at 54.66%.
- There are around 1,059 households in Paloha village.
Connectivity of Paloha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paloha. As per the 2011 stats, Paloha 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paloha
Knowing the nearby villages of Paloha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paloha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paloha
- Where is Paloha located?
- Paloha village is situated in Gadarwara Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paloha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paloha is Palohabada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Paloha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paloha is 5,118, with 2,756 males and 2,362 females.
- How many households are there in Paloha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paloha village has a total of 1,059 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paloha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paloha is 63.13%. The male literacy rate is 70.39%, while the female literacy rate is 54.66%.