Palaspur - Himayatnagar, Nanded
Palaspur is a village situated in the Himayatnagar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Himayatnagar and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Palaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palaspur is 544398. The village covers a total geographical area of 889.23 hectares and falls under the 431802 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Palaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palaspur
As per Census 2011, Palaspur village has a total population of 1,807 people, consisting of 912 males and 895 females. The village has 384 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,123 literate and 684 illiterate residents. Additionally, 350 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,807 | 912 | 895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 126 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 172 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,123 | 642 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 684 | 270 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Palaspur
Palaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Linga (ja) | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Kopara | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Bori (van) | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Renapur | South | 2.55 km |
| Dolhari | North | 2.95 km |
| Mankeshwar | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Siloda | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Siranjani | East | 4.09 km |
| Sindgi | North | 4.16 km |
| Gharapur | South | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palaspur
Palaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Himayatnagar, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hadgoan to Palaspur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Palaspur is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palaspur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palaspur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Palaspur
Where is Palaspur located?
Palaspur village is located in Himayatnagar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palaspur?
Palaspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palaspur?
The pincode of Palaspur is 431802.
What is the population of Palaspur?
Palaspur has a total population of 1,807, including 912 males and 895 females.
How many households are there in Palaspur?
There are 384 households in Palaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Palaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palaspur is 62.15%. Male literacy is 70.39% and female literacy is 53.74%.