Pal Kh. - Velhe, Pune
Pal Kh. is a village situated in the Velhe tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Velhe and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Pal Bk. serves as the Village Panchayat for Pal Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pal Kh. is 556616. The village covers a total geographical area of 337.58 hectares and falls under the 412213 pincode. Pune is the nearest town, located about 55 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 Bhor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pal Kh.
According to the 2011 Census, Pal Kh. village had a total population of 314 people, including 167 males and 147 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.36%, with male literacy at 82.07% and female literacy at 70.00%.
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 | 314 | 167 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 119 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 48 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Pal Kh.
Pal Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pal Bk. | North | 1.89 km |
| Pimpri | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Vajeghar Bk. | North | 2.56 km |
| Khulshi | South | 2.82 km |
| Vajeghar Kh | North-East | 2.99 km |
| Guhini | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Dadvadi | East | 3.14 km |
| Metpilaware | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Bhutonde | South | 3.65 km |
| Gunjavane | South-East | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pal Kh.
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Pal Kh.. The nearest railway station is Shivajinagar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pune to Pal Kh. is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Pal Kh. 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pal Kh.
Where is Pal Kh. located?
Pal Kh. village is located in Velhe Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pal Kh.?
The Village Panchayat of Pal Kh. is Pal Bk..
What is the pincode of Pal Kh.?
The pincode of Pal Kh. is 412213.
What is the population of Pal Kh.?
Pal Kh. had a total population of 314, including 167 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Pal Kh.?
Pal Kh. had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pal Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pal Kh. was 76.36%. Male literacy was 82.07% and female literacy was 70.00%.