Palatwada - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Palatwada is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Nidhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palatwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palatwada is 495893. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.98 hectares and falls under the 480886 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Palatwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palatwada
As per Census 2011, Palatwada village has a total population of 319 people, consisting of 169 males and 150 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palatwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 319 | 169 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 15 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 71 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 72 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 130 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 39 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Palatwada
Palatwada is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hood Ryt. | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Hood Mal | East | 2.42 km |
| Dhadhar Khairi Mal | West | 2.81 km |
| Nidhani | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Patri | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Baigapipariya Mal | North | 3.40 km |
| Baroda Mal | East | 3.73 km |
| Para | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Bamhodi | South-East | 4.05 km |
| Kurmithel Mal | East | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palatwada
Palatwada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Binaiki, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhnadon to Palatwada is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Palatwada is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palatwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palatwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palatwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palatwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palatwada
Where is Palatwada located?
Palatwada village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palatwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Palatwada is Nidhani.
What is the pincode of Palatwada?
The pincode of Palatwada is 480886.
What is the population of Palatwada?
Palatwada has a total population of 319, including 169 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Palatwada?
There are 88 households in Palatwada.
What is the literacy rate in Palatwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palatwada is 63.32%. Male literacy is 76.92% and female literacy is 48.00%.