Palashi
Palashi is a village located in Khatav tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Vaduj (tehsildar office) and 55km 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 563545. The village spans a total geographical area of 877.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415512. Karad is nearest town to Palashi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km 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 Man Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha 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 | 1,833 | 924 | 909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 89 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 79 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,345 | 739 | 606 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 185 | 303 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palashi village:
- The total population of Palashi village is around 1,833, including approximately 924 males and 909 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 177 children aged 0–6 years in Palashi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palashi village has 164 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palashi village is about 73.38%, with male literacy at 79.98% and female literacy at 66.67%.
- There are around 379 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 - 10 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 Khatav 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 pincode of Palashi?
- The pincode of Palashi is 415512, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palashi is 1,833, with 924 males and 909 females.
- How many households are there in Palashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palashi village has a total of 379 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palashi is 73.38%. The male literacy rate is 79.98%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.