Palashi
Palashi is a village located in Khandala tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Khandala (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Palashi village is also a gram panchayat.
Palashi has its own place in the vibrant Satara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Palashi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palashi is 563174. The village spans a total geographical area of 922.61 hectares. Bhor is nearest town to Palashi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palashi 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 Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palashi
Population of Palashi
Below is a concise population overview of Palashi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,976 | 1,505 | 1,471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 136 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 117 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 2,319 | 1,278 | 1,041 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 227 | 430 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palashi village:
- The total population of Palashi village is around 2,976, including approximately 1,505 males and 1,471 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 260 children aged 0–6 years in Palashi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palashi village has 253 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 36 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palashi village is about 77.92%, with male literacy at 84.92% and female literacy at 70.77%.
- There are around 690 households in Palashi village.
Connectivity of Palashi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palashi. As per the 2011 stats, Palashi 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palashi
Knowing the nearby villages of Palashi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palashi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palashi
- Where is Palashi located?
- Palashi village is situated in Khandala Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palashi?
- Palashi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Palashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palashi is 2,976, with 1,505 males and 1,471 females.
- How many households are there in Palashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palashi village has a total of 690 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palashi is 77.92%. The male literacy rate is 84.92%, while the female literacy rate is 70.77%.