Palas Khede Kakar - Jamner, Jalgaon
Palas Khede Kakar is a village situated in the Jamner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamner and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Palaskhede Kakar serves as the Village Panchayat for Palas Khede Kakar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palas Khede Kakar is 528136. The village covers a total geographical area of 736 hectares and falls under the 425114 pincode. Buldana is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Palas Khede Kakar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palas Khede Kakar
According to the 2011 Census, Palas Khede Kakar village had a total population of 1,490 people, including 807 males and 683 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.67%, with male literacy at 83.24% and female literacy at 50.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 1,490 | 807 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 103 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 879 | 586 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 221 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Palas Khede Kakar
Palas Khede Kakar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Behardad | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Vasantnagar | South | 3.21 km |
| Pangarkhed | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Kapuswadi | North | 3.42 km |
| Junone | West | 3.45 km |
| Dhamangaon Badhe Bhag 1 | East | 4.33 km |
| Sonbarad Pr.malkapur | North-East | 4.53 km |
| Tornale | South-West | 4.66 km |
| Deulgaon | South | 4.91 km |
| Nimkhalli | North-East | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palas Khede Kakar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Palas Khede Kakar. The nearest railway station is Bodwad, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Buldana to Palas Khede Kakar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Palas Khede Kakar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palas Khede Kakar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palas Khede Kakar 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 Palas Khede Kakar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palas Khede Kakar 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 Palas Khede Kakar
Where is Palas Khede Kakar located?
Palas Khede Kakar village is located in Jamner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Palas Khede Kakar?
The Village Panchayat of Palas Khede Kakar is Palaskhede Kakar.
What is the pincode of Palas Khede Kakar?
The pincode of Palas Khede Kakar is 425114.
What is the population of Palas Khede Kakar?
Palas Khede Kakar had a total population of 1,490, including 807 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Palas Khede Kakar?
Palas Khede Kakar had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palas Khede Kakar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palas Khede Kakar was 68.67%. Male literacy was 83.24% and female literacy was 50.87%.