Pal Kh. - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Pal Kh. is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Chande serves as the Village Panchayat for Pal Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pal Kh. is 567554. The village covers a total geographical area of 218 hectares and falls under the 416001 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Pal Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pal Kh.
According to the 2011 Census, Pal Kh. village had a total population of 292 people, including 155 males and 137 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.38%, with male literacy at 67.91% and female literacy at 34.75%.
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 | 292 | 155 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 91 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 64 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Pal Kh.
Pal Kh. 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 Pal Kh.
Pal Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Kolhapur to Pal Kh. is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pal Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pal Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pal Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pal Kh. 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pal Kh.
Where is Pal Kh. located?
Pal Kh. village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pal Kh.?
The Village Panchayat of Pal Kh. is Chande.
What is the pincode of Pal Kh.?
The pincode of Pal Kh. is 416001.
What is the population of Pal Kh.?
Pal Kh. had a total population of 292, including 155 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Pal Kh.?
Pal Kh. had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pal Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pal Kh. was 52.38%. Male literacy was 67.91% and female literacy was 34.75%.