Palaskhed - Patur, Akola
Palaskhed is a village situated in the Patur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Asola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palaskhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palaskhed is 530366. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.69 hectares and falls under the 444511 pincode. Patur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Palaskhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palaskhed
According to the 2011 Census, Palaskhed village had a total population of 333 people, including 171 males and 162 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.04%, with male literacy at 82.12% and female literacy at 63.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 333 | 171 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 124 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 47 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Palaskhed
Palaskhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asola | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Beltala | East | 1.75 km |
| Charangaon | West | 2.86 km |
| Bhanos | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Karla | South | 3.44 km |
| Malakapur | East | 4.04 km |
| Khaparkhed | South | 4.34 km |
| Jambharun | North | 4.70 km |
| Vivara | North-West | 4.86 km |
| Varangaon | West | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palaskhed
Palaskhed is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lohogad, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Patur to Palaskhed is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Palaskhed is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palaskhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palaskhed 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Palaskhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palaskhed 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 Palaskhed
Where is Palaskhed located?
Palaskhed village is located in Patur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palaskhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Palaskhed is Asola.
What is the pincode of Palaskhed?
The pincode of Palaskhed is 444511.
What is the population of Palaskhed?
Palaskhed had a total population of 333, including 171 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Palaskhed?
Palaskhed had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palaskhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palaskhed was 73.04%. Male literacy was 82.12% and female literacy was 63.38%.