Palasgaon - Kannad, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Palasgaon is a village situated in the Kannad tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Kannad and around 62 km from Aurangabad. Jalgaonghat serves as the Village Panchayat for Palasgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasgaon is 548357. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.7 hectares and falls under the 431103 pincode. Kannad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Palasgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kannad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palasgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Palasgaon village had a total population of 257 people, including 136 males and 121 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.62%, with male literacy at 82.24% and female literacy at 52.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 136.
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 | 257 | 136 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 29 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 71 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 88 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 48 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Palasgaon
Palasgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirasgaon | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Banshendra | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Sirjapur | West | 3.20 km |
| Rail Navadi | North | 3.24 km |
| Kheda | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Vitthalpur | East | 4.77 km |
| Boltek | West | 4.90 km |
| Shivrai | East | 5.04 km |
| Makranpur | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Jalgaonghat | South | 5.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palasgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Palasgaon. The nearest railway station is Hirapur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kannad to Palasgaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Palasgaon is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palasgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palasgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palasgaon
Where is Palasgaon located?
Palasgaon village is located in Kannad Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Palasgaon?
The Village Panchayat of Palasgaon is Jalgaonghat.
What is the pincode of Palasgaon?
The pincode of Palasgaon is 431103.
What is the population of Palasgaon?
Palasgaon had a total population of 257, including 136 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Palasgaon?
Palasgaon had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palasgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasgaon was 67.62%. Male literacy was 82.24% and female literacy was 52.43%.