Palashi - Khatav, Satara
Palashi is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Palashi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palashi is 563545. The village covers a total geographical area of 877.2 hectares and falls under the 415512 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Palashi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palashi
As per Census 2011, Palashi village has a total population of 1,833 people, consisting of 924 males and 909 females. The village has 379 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,345 literate and 488 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palashi are given below:
| Category | 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 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,345 | 739 | 606 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 185 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Palashi
Palashi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharashinge | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Ladegaon | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Vanzoli | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Karandewadi | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Gopuj | North-East | 3.87 km |
| Yeliv | West | 4.56 km |
| Gosavyachiwadi | North-East | 4.69 km |
| Wakalwadi | East | 4.73 km |
| Unchithane | South-West | 5.08 km |
| Rahatani | South | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palashi
Palashi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Targaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Palashi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Palashi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palashi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palashi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palashi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palashi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palashi
Where is Palashi located?
Palashi village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palashi?
Palashi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palashi?
The pincode of Palashi is 415512.
What is the population of Palashi?
Palashi has a total population of 1,833, including 924 males and 909 females.
How many households are there in Palashi?
There are 379 households in Palashi.
What is the literacy rate in Palashi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palashi is 73.38%. Male literacy is 79.98% and female literacy is 66.67%.