Palasgoan ( An) - Kurkheda, Gadchiroli
Palasgoan ( An) is a village situated in the Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurkheda and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Navezari serves as the Village Panchayat for Palasgoan ( An) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasgoan ( An) is 538721. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.41 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Palasgoan ( An) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palasgoan ( An)
According to the 2011 Census, Palasgoan ( An) village had a total population of 161 people, including 91 males and 70 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 769 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.63%, with male literacy at 91.57% and female literacy at 68.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
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 | 161 | 91 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 87 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 76 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 15 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Palasgoan ( An)
Palasgoan ( An) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sawatala | South | 1.04 km |
| Dholdongri | North | 1.84 km |
| Angara | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Nawargaon Alias Ramtola | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Kulkuli | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Satitola | East | 3.57 km |
| Navezari | East | 3.83 km |
| Salangtola Chak | South | 4.04 km |
| Bandhona | South-West | 4.18 km |
| Muska | South-East | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palasgoan ( An)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Palasgoan ( An). The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.8 km.
| 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 Palasgoan ( An) is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Palasgoan ( An) 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 Palasgoan ( An)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasgoan ( An) 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 Palasgoan ( An)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasgoan ( An) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palasgoan ( An)
Where is Palasgoan ( An) located?
Palasgoan ( An) village is located in Kurkheda Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Palasgoan ( An)?
The Village Panchayat of Palasgoan ( An) is Navezari.
What is the pincode of Palasgoan ( An)?
The pincode of Palasgoan ( An) is 441209.
What is the population of Palasgoan ( An)?
Palasgoan ( An) had a total population of 161, including 91 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Palasgoan ( An)?
Palasgoan ( An) had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palasgoan ( An)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasgoan ( An) was 81.63%. Male literacy was 91.57% and female literacy was 68.75%.