Palkheda - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Palkheda is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Khutgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palkheda is 539010. The village covers a total geographical area of 604.74 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Palkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Palkheda village had a total population of 268 people, including 149 males and 119 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 799 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.75%, with male literacy at 87.88% and female literacy at 67.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 249.
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 | 268 | 149 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 138 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 116 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 33 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Palkheda
Palkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chatgaon | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Gattepayli | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Mendhatola | South | 2.90 km |
| Khutgaon | West | 3.29 km |
| Girola | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Pandharsada | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Horakasa | South-East | 4.87 km |
| Paraswadi | North | 4.89 km |
| Sakhera | South | 5.38 km |
| Udegaon | North-West | 5.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palkheda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Palkheda. The nearest railway station is Rajuli, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gadchiroli to Palkheda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Palkheda is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palkheda
Where is Palkheda located?
Palkheda village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Palkheda is Khutgaon.
What is the pincode of Palkheda?
The pincode of Palkheda is 442606.
What is the population of Palkheda?
Palkheda had a total population of 268, including 149 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Palkheda?
Palkheda had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palkheda was 78.75%. Male literacy was 87.88% and female literacy was 67.59%.