Paloha - Saikheda, Narsimhapur
Paloha is a village situated in the Saikheda tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Gadarwara and around 67 km from Narsimhapur. Palohabada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paloha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paloha is 490738. The village covers a total geographical area of 1456.3 hectares and falls under the 487661 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Paloha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paloha
As per Census 2011, Paloha village has a total population of 5,118 people, consisting of 2,756 males and 2,362 females. The village has 1,059 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 720 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,231 literate and 1,887 illiterate residents. Additionally, 777 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paloha are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Paloha
Paloha 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 Paloha
Paloha 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 Paloha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gadarwara to Paloha is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Paloha is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paloha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paloha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paloha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paloha 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 Paloha
Where is Paloha located?
Paloha village is located in Saikheda Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paloha?
The Gram Panchayat of Paloha is Palohabada.
What is the pincode of Paloha?
The pincode of Paloha is 487661.
What is the population of Paloha?
Paloha has a total population of 5,118, including 2,756 males and 2,362 females.
How many households are there in Paloha?
There are 1,059 households in Paloha.
What is the literacy rate in Paloha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paloha is 63.13%. Male literacy is 70.39% and female literacy is 54.66%.