Palsoda - Murtijapur, Akola
Palsoda is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Sonala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palsoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palsoda is 530220. The village covers a total geographical area of 363 hectares and falls under the 444107 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Palsoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palsoda
As per Census 2011, Palsoda village has a total population of 232 people, consisting of 122 males and 110 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 196 literate and 36 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palsoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 232 | 122 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 106 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 16 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Palsoda
Palsoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonala | South | 1.77 km |
| Hendaj | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Nagthana | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Kasarkhed | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Kharab Navale | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Gaulkhedi | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Kharbadi | North | 2.88 km |
| Nagoli | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Unkhed | East | 3.55 km |
| Dahatonda | South | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palsoda
Palsoda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mana, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murtijapur to Palsoda is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Palsoda is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palsoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palsoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palsoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palsoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palsoda
Where is Palsoda located?
Palsoda village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palsoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Palsoda is Sonala.
What is the pincode of Palsoda?
The pincode of Palsoda is 444107.
What is the population of Palsoda?
Palsoda has a total population of 232, including 122 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Palsoda?
There are 69 households in Palsoda.
What is the literacy rate in Palsoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palsoda is 84.48%. Male literacy is 86.89% and female literacy is 81.82%.