Palsod
Palsod is a village located in Akot tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Akot (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Palsod village is also a gram panchayat.
Palsod has its own place in the vibrant Akola 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 Palsod
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palsod is 529842. The village spans a total geographical area of 1134.3 hectares. Akot is nearest town to Palsod village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palsod 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 Akola East Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palsod
Population of Palsod
Below is a concise population overview of Palsod 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 | 1,980 | 990 | 990 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 93 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 109 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 652 | 321 | 331 |
| Literate Population | 1,581 | 851 | 730 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 139 | 260 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palsod village:
- The total population of Palsod village is around 1,980, including approximately 990 males and 990 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 195 children aged 0–6 years in Palsod village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palsod village has 237 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 652 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palsod village is about 79.85%, with male literacy at 85.96% and female literacy at 73.74%.
- There are around 461 households in Palsod village.
Connectivity of Palsod
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palsod. As per the 2011 stats, Palsod had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palsod
Knowing the nearby villages of Palsod helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palsod.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palsod
- Where is Palsod located?
- Palsod village is situated in Akot Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palsod?
- Palsod serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Palsod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palsod is 1,980, with 990 males and 990 females.
- How many households are there in Palsod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palsod village has a total of 461 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palsod as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palsod is 79.85%. The male literacy rate is 85.96%, while the female literacy rate is 73.74%.