Palasamb - Malwan, Sindhudurg
Palasamb is a village situated in the Malwan tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malwan and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Palsamb serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palasamb village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasamb is 566538. The village covers a total geographical area of 738.13 hectares and falls under the 416614 pincode. Malwan is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Palasamb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palasamb
As per Census 2011, Palasamb village has a total population of 406 people, consisting of 193 males and 213 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 320 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palasamb are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 406 | 193 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 163 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 30 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Palasamb
Palasamb 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gavathan | North-West | 0.88 km |
| Ghadiwadi | South | 2.18 km |
| Gavaliwadi | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Shrawan | East | 2.95 km |
| Bhatwadi (chindar) | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Advali | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Math Bk. | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Bagadwadi | West | 3.65 km |
| Palikadilwadi | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Malandi | South | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palasamb
Palasamb is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kankavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malwan to Palasamb is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Palasamb is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palasamb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasamb village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palasamb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasamb village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palasamb
Where is Palasamb located?
Palasamb village is located in Malwan Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasamb?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasamb is Palsamb.
What is the pincode of Palasamb?
The pincode of Palasamb is 416614.
What is the population of Palasamb?
Palasamb has a total population of 406, including 193 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Palasamb?
There are 114 households in Palasamb.
What is the literacy rate in Palasamb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasamb is 78.82%. Male literacy is 84.46% and female literacy is 73.71%.