Palasgaon - Kurkheda, Gadchiroli
Palasgaon is a village situated in the Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurkheda and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Chinegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palasgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasgaon is 538647. The village covers a total geographical area of 875.01 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Palasgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palasgaon
As per Census 2011, Palasgaon village has a total population of 369 people, consisting of 190 males and 179 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 250 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palasgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 369 | 190 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 132 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 152 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 38 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Palasgaon
Palasgaon 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 Palasgaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Palasgaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Desaiganj to Palasgaon is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Palasgaon is about 64 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palasgaon
Where is Palasgaon located?
Palasgaon village is located in Kurkheda Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasgaon is Chinegaon.
What is the pincode of Palasgaon?
The pincode of Palasgaon is 441209.
What is the population of Palasgaon?
Palasgaon has a total population of 369, including 190 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Palasgaon?
There are 97 households in Palasgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Palasgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasgaon is 72.09%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 63.69%.