Pal Bk. - Velhe, Pune
Pal Bk. is a village situated in the Velhe tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Velhe and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pal Bk. village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pal Bk. is 556615. The village covers a total geographical area of 343 hectares and falls under the 412213 pincode. Pune is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Pal Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pal Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Pal Bk. village had a total population of 658 people, including 331 males and 327 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.78%, with male literacy at 88.74% and female literacy at 68.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 658 | 331 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 38 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 453 | 260 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 71 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Pal Bk.
Pal Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vajeghar Bk. | North-East | 1.26 km |
| Pal Kh. | South | 1.89 km |
| Vajeghar Kh | East | 2.29 km |
| Khodad | North | 2.43 km |
| Brahmanghar | North | 2.45 km |
| Pimpri | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Velhe Bk. Ghera | North | 2.64 km |
| Metpilaware | West | 2.76 km |
| Khariv | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Lavhi Bk | East | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pal Bk.
Pal Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shivajinagar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pune to Pal Bk. is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pal Bk. is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pal Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pal Bk. 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 Pal Bk.
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 Bk. 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pal Bk.
Where is Pal Bk. located?
Pal Bk. village is located in Velhe Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pal Bk.?
Pal Bk. is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pal Bk.?
The pincode of Pal Bk. is 412213.
What is the population of Pal Bk.?
Pal Bk. had a total population of 658, including 331 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Pal Bk.?
Pal Bk. had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pal Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pal Bk. was 78.78%. Male literacy was 88.74% and female literacy was 68.44%.