Palgad - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Palgad is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 141 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Palgad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palgad is 564871. The village covers a total geographical area of 1526.69 hectares and falls under the 415716 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Palgad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palgad
As per Census 2011, Palgad village has a total population of 2,959 people, consisting of 1,450 males and 1,509 females. The village has 719 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,337 literate and 622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palgad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,959 | 1,450 | 1,509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 125 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,337 | 1,229 | 1,108 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 221 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Palgad
Palgad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirkhal | North | 1.76 km |
| Gherapalgad | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Sondeghar | West | 2.80 km |
| Kondwadi | East | 2.83 km |
| Chinchali | North | 3.61 km |
| Jamage | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Vanoshi Tarf Natu | South-West | 3.92 km |
| Hatip | West | 3.98 km |
| Shivtar | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Samsher Ali Nagar | North | 4.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palgad
Public transport in the Palgad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Diwankhavati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dapoli Camp to Palgad is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Palgad is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palgad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palgad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palgad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palgad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Palgad
Where is Palgad located?
Palgad village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palgad?
Palgad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palgad?
The pincode of Palgad is 415716.
What is the population of Palgad?
Palgad has a total population of 2,959, including 1,450 males and 1,509 females.
How many households are there in Palgad?
There are 719 households in Palgad.
What is the literacy rate in Palgad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palgad is 78.98%. Male literacy is 84.76% and female literacy is 73.43%.