Palashi
Palashi is a village located in Patan tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Palashi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Palashi unique in its vibrant Patan-Satara region. You’ll see Palashi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Palashi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palashi is 564376. The village spans a total geographical area of 926 hectares. Karad is nearest town to Palashi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km 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 Patan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Palashi has a total population of about 817, with approximately 420 males and 397 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 114 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 150 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.18%, with male literacy at about 68.10% and female literacy near 43.58%. There are around 178 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palashi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 817 | 420 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 55 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 74 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 286 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 134 | 224 |
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 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 Patan 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 817, with 420 males and 397 females.
- How many households are there in Palashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palashi village has a total of 178 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palashi is 56.18%. The male literacy rate is 68.10%, while the female literacy rate is 43.58%.