Palod

Palod is a village located in Sillod tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Sillod (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Palod village is also a gram panchayat.

Palod has its own place in the vibrant Aurangabad 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 Palod

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palod is 548630. The village spans a total geographical area of 1739 hectares. Sillod is nearest town to Palod village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Palod

Below is a concise population overview of Palod as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,285 2,203 2,082
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 607 337 270
Scheduled Castes (SC) 669 340 329
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 977 508 469
Literate Population 2,601 1,551 1,050
Illiterate Population 1,684 652 1,032

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palod village:

  • The total population of Palod village is around 4,285, including approximately 2,203 males and 2,082 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 607 children aged 0–6 years in Palod village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palod village has 669 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 977 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palod village is about 60.70%, with male literacy at 70.40% and female literacy at 50.43%.
  • There are around 868 households in Palod village.

Connectivity of Palod

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palod. As per the 2011 stats, Palod 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palod

Knowing the nearby villages of Palod helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palod.

Frequently Asked Questions about Palod

Where is Palod located?
Palod village is situated in Sillod Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palod?
Palod serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Palod as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palod is 4,285, with 2,203 males and 2,082 females.
How many households are there in Palod as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palod village has a total of 868 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palod as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palod is 60.70%. The male literacy rate is 70.40%, while the female literacy rate is 50.43%.