Palashi - Man, Satara
Palashi is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Palashi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palashi is 563426. The village covers a total geographical area of 4542 hectares and falls under the 415540 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 17 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 7,151 people, consisting of 3,653 males and 3,498 females. The village has 1,486 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 915 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,407 literate and 2,744 illiterate residents. Additionally, 996 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palashi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,151 | 3,653 | 3,498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 915 | 507 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 996 | 503 | 493 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 4,407 | 2,508 | 1,899 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,744 | 1,145 | 1,599 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranjani | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Jashi | West | 3.73 km |
| Mankarnawadi | South | 4.00 km |
| Warkute Mhaswad | East | 5.17 km |
| Waki | South-East | 5.98 km |
| Mardi | North | 6.47 km |
| Ranand | North-West | 6.69 km |
| Pimpari | South-West | 7.07 km |
| Bhalavadi | North-East | 7.22 km |
| Divad | South | 7.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palashi
Palashi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.9 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 Mhaswad to Palashi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Palashi is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palashi
Where is Palashi located?
Palashi village is located in Man 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 415540.
What is the population of Palashi?
Palashi has a total population of 7,151, including 3,653 males and 3,498 females.
How many households are there in Palashi?
There are 1,486 households in Palashi.
What is the literacy rate in Palashi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palashi is 61.63%. Male literacy is 68.66% and female literacy is 54.29%.