Palshya - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Palshya is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Churni serves as the Village Panchayat for Palshya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palshya is 531635. The village covers a total geographical area of 504.78 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Palshya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palshya
According to the 2011 Census, Palshya village had a total population of 477 people, including 237 males and 240 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 47.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 274.
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 | 477 | 237 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 20 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 98 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 135 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 155 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 82 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Palshya
Palshya 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 Palshya
Palshya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akot to Palshya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Palshya is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palshya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palshya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Palshya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palshya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Palshya
Where is Palshya located?
Palshya village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Palshya?
The Village Panchayat of Palshya is Churni.
What is the pincode of Palshya?
The pincode of Palshya is 444807.
What is the population of Palshya?
Palshya had a total population of 477, including 237 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Palshya?
Palshya had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palshya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palshya was 60.00%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 47.47%.