Palam
Palam is a Town and Tehsil in Parbhani District of Maharashtra. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Palam Block (CD) is 04123. The total area of Palam Tehsil is 511 km². Palam has a sex ratio of approximately 931 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Palam Tehsil
Palam Tehsil has a total of 82 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Palam Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adgaon | Adgaon | Gangakhed (16 km) |
| 2 | Ajamabad | Azamabad | Gangakhed (15 km) |
| 3 | Anandwadi | Anandwadi | Gangakhed (18 km) |
| 4 | Anjanwadi | Pethshivani | Gangakhed (26 km) |
| 5 | Arkhed | Arkhed | Gangakhed (32 km) |
| 6 | Bandarwadi | Bandarwadi | Gangakhed (35 km) |
| 7 | Banwas | Banwas | Gangakhed (30 km) |
| 8 | Barbadi | Digras | Gangakhed (34 km) |
| 9 | Bhalkudki | Bhalkudki | Gangakhed (27 km) |
| 10 | Bhogaon | Pimpalgaon Muruddeo | Gangakhed (40 km) |
| 11 | Borgaon Bk | Borgaon Budruk | Gangakhed (30 km) |
| 12 | Borgaon Kh | Borgaon Khurd | Gangakhed (30 km) |
| 13 | Chatori | Chatori | Gangakhed (20 km) |
| 14 | Chorwad | Chorwad | Gangakhed (20 km) |
| 15 | Dhanewadi | Dhanewadi | Gangakhed (22 km) |
| 16 | Dhuppa | Wadi Khurd | Palam |
| 17 | Digras | Digras | Gangakhed (31 km) |
| 18 | Dongargaon | Dongargaon Palam | Gangakhed (30 km) |
| 19 | Dutka | Dutka | Purna (10 km) |
| 20 | Fattunaik Tanda | Fattunaik Tanda | Gangakhed (47 km) |
| 21 | Ganeshwadi | Azamabad | Gangakhed (17 km) |
| 22 | Ghoda | Ghoda | Gangakhed (29 km) |
| 23 | Girdharwadi | Girdharwadi | Gangakhed (31 km) |
| 24 | Gulkhand | Gulkhand | Gangakhed (28 km) |
| 25 | Gunj | Gunj | Gangakhed (52 km) |
| 26 | Jawla | Jawala Palam | Gangakhed (26 km) |
| 27 | Jogalgaon | Ukkadgaon Jahagir | Gangakhed (19 km) |
| 28 | Kandalgaon | Navalgaon | Gangakhed (17 km) |
| 29 | Kapsi | Kapasi | Gangakhed (18 km) |
| 30 | Khadi | Khadi | Gangakhed (37 km) |
| 31 | Kharab Dhanora | Kharab Dhanora | Gangakhed (33 km) |
| 32 | Khoras | Khoras | Gangakhed (20 km) |
| 33 | Khurlewadi | Khurlewadi | Gangakhed (23 km) |
| 34 | Kolwadi | Kolwadi | Gangakhed (30 km) |
| 35 | Konerwadi | Konerwadi | Gangakhed (20 km) |
| 36 | Landakwadi | Landakwadi | Gangakhed (47 km) |
| 37 | Mahadewadi | Mahadevwadi | Gangakhed (29 km) |
| 38 | Martandwadi | Martandwadi | Gangakhed (42 km) |
| 39 | Mozamabad | Mozamabad | Gangakhed (30 km) |
| 40 | Mozmabad Tanda | Mozamabad | Gangakhed (31 km) |
| 41 | Mutkhed | Mutkhed | Gangakhed (20 km) |
| 42 | Navha | Nava | Gangakhed (14 km) |
| 43 | Navhalgaon | Navalgaon | Gangakhed (14 km) |
| 44 | Palam | Palam | Gangakhed (22 km) |
| 45 | Parwa | Parva | Gangakhed (34 km) |
| 46 | Pendu Bk | Pendu Budruk | Gangakhed (37 km) |
| 47 | Pendu Kh | Pendu Khurd | Gangakhed (37 km) |
| 48 | Peth Pimpalgaon | Pethpimpalgaon | Gangakhed (25 km) |
| 49 | Peth Shivani | Pethshivani | Gangakhed (29 km) |
| 50 | Phala | Fala | Gangakhed (28 km) |
| 51 | Pharkanda | Farkanda | Gangakhed (28 km) |
| 52 | Pimpalgaon M | Pimpalgaon Muruddeo | Gangakhed (37 km) |
| 53 | Pokharni Devi | Pokharnidevi | Gangakhed (23 km) |
| 54 | Puyani | Puini | Gangakhed (25 km) |
| 55 | Rahati | Rahati | Gangakhed (44 km) |
| 56 | Ramapur | Ramapur | Gangakhed (45 km) |
| 57 | Ramapur Tanda | Ramapur | Gangakhed (45 km) |
| 58 | Raorajur | Raorajur | Gangakhed (19 km) |
| 59 | Rokadewadi | Rokadewadi | Gangakhed (13 km) |
| 60 | Sadgirwadi | Sadgirwadi | Gangakhed (27 km) |
| 61 | Sadlapur | Sadalapur | Gangakhed (30 km) |
| 62 | Sarfrajpur | Wadi Khurd | Gangakhed (24 km) |
| 63 | Sategaon | Sategaon | Gangakhed (34 km) |
| 64 | Sawangi Bhujbal | Pimpalgaon Muruddeo | Gangakhed (18 km) |
| 65 | Sawangi Thadi | Pimpalgaon Muruddeo | Gangakhed (37 km) |
| 66 | Sayala | Sayala Palam | Gangakhed (25 km) |
| 67 | Selu | Selu | Gangakhed (33 km) |
| 68 | Sheikh Rajura | Sheikh Rajur | Gangakhed (32 km) |
| 69 | Sipegaon | Tambulgaon | Gangakhed (30 km) |
| 70 | Sirpur | Shirpur | Gangakhed (20 km) |
| 71 | Sirsam | Sirsum | Gangakhed (42 km) |
| 72 | Someshawar | Ghoda | Gangakhed (27 km) |
| 73 | Tambulgaon | Tambulgaon | Gangakhed (30 km) |
| 74 | Tandulwadi | Tandulwadi | Gangakhed (27 km) |
| 75 | Teljapur | Teljapur | Gangakhed (25 km) |
| 76 | Ukkadgaon Jagir | Ukkadgaon Jahagir | Gangakhed (27 km) |
| 77 | Umarthadi | Umarthadi | Gangakhed (25 km) |
| 78 | Umra | Umara | Gangakhed (30 km) |
| 79 | Vanbhujwadi | Wanbhujwadi | Gangakhed (17 km) |
| 80 | Wadi | Wadi Khurd | Gangakhed (28 km) |
| 81 | Wadi Bk | Wadi Khurd | Gangakhed (29 km) |
| 82 | Warkhed | Warkhed | Gangakhed (37 km) |
Population of Palam Tehsil
The population profile of Palam Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Palam Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,15,382 | 1,15,382 | N/A |
| Male Population | 59,737 | 59,737 | N/A |
| Female Population | 55,645 | 55,645 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 16,360 | 16,360 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,684 | 8,684 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,676 | 7,676 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 71,233 | 71,233 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 42,223 | 42,223 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 29,010 | 29,010 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 44,149 | 44,149 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 17,514 | 17,514 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 26,635 | 26,635 | N/A |
| Total Households | 24,232 | 24,232 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 1,15,382 people. Includes nearly 59,737 males and 55,645 females. Rural population is about 1,15,382 people.
- There are around 16,360 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 8,684 boys and 7,676 girls.
- Literate population is about 71,233 people. Non-literate population is around 44,149 people.
- There are nearly 24,232 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Palam Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 15,862 | 15,862 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 8,210 | 8,210 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 7,652 | 7,652 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 4,335 | 4,335 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 2,205 | 2,205 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 2,130 | 2,130 | N/A |
| Population Density | 226 / km² | 226 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Palam Tehsil is approximately 15,862 people, including 8,210 males and 7,652 females. Around 15,862 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Palam Tehsil is about 4,335 people, including 2,205 males and 2,130 females. Around 4,335 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 226 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 226 people per sq. km.