Palas
Palas is a village located in Roha tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Roha Ashtami (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Palas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Palas unique in its vibrant Roha-Raigarh region. You’ll see Palas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Palas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palas is 554328. The village spans a total geographical area of 565.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 402106. Roha Ashtami is nearest town to Palas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palas village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pen Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palas
Population of Palas
According to the 2011 Census, Palas has a total population of about 1,056, with approximately 543 males and 513 females. The sex ratio is around 944 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 118 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 205. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.86%, with male literacy at about 73.11% and female literacy near 60.23%. There are around 222 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,056 | 543 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 63 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 104 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 706 | 397 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 146 | 204 |
Connectivity of Palas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palas. As per the 2011 stats, Palas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Palas
Knowing the nearby villages of Palas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palas
- Where is Palas located?
- Palas village is situated in Roha Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palas?
- Palas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palas?
- The pincode of Palas is 402106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palas is 1,056, with 543 males and 513 females.
- How many households are there in Palas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palas village has a total of 222 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palas is 66.86%. The male literacy rate is 73.11%, while the female literacy rate is 60.23%.