Palaskheda - Soegaon, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Palaskheda is a village situated in the Soegaon tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Soegaon and around 110 km from Aurangabad. Palaskheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palaskheda is 548492. The village covers a total geographical area of 1904 hectares and falls under the 431118 pincode. Jalgaon is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Palaskheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sillod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palaskheda
As per Census 2011, Palaskheda village has a total population of 2,723 people, consisting of 1,399 males and 1,324 females. The village has 556 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 396 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,571 literate and 1,152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 485 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palaskheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,723 | 1,399 | 1,324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 216 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 139 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 485 | 226 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 1,571 | 943 | 628 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,152 | 456 | 696 |
Nearby Villages of Palaskheda
Palaskheda 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 Palaskheda
Public transport in the Palaskheda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Palaskheda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jalgaon to Palaskheda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Palaskheda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palaskheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palaskheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palaskheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palaskheda 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 Palaskheda
Where is Palaskheda located?
Palaskheda village is located in Soegaon Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palaskheda?
Palaskheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palaskheda?
The pincode of Palaskheda is 431118.
What is the population of Palaskheda?
Palaskheda has a total population of 2,723, including 1,399 males and 1,324 females.
How many households are there in Palaskheda?
There are 556 households in Palaskheda.
What is the literacy rate in Palaskheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palaskheda is 57.69%. Male literacy is 67.41% and female literacy is 47.43%.