Palasmandal - Malshiras, Solapur
Palasmandal is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Palasmandal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasmandal is 562406. The village covers a total geographical area of 1449.64 hectares and falls under the 413109 pincode. Indapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Palasmandal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palasmandal
As per Census 2011, Palasmandal village has a total population of 2,589 people, consisting of 1,351 males and 1,238 females. The village has 528 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,737 literate and 852 illiterate residents. Additionally, 319 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palasmandal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,589 | 1,351 | 1,238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 147 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 170 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 1,737 | 1,004 | 733 |
| Illiterate Population | 852 | 347 | 505 |
Nearby Villages of Palasmandal
Palasmandal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Motewadi (fondshiras) | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Bangarde | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Khorochi | East | 3.69 km |
| Kadamwadi | South | 4.44 km |
| Nirwangi | North-East | 5.31 km |
| Nimsakhar | North | 5.39 km |
| Pirale | West | 6.40 km |
| Umbare Dahigaon | South-East | 6.42 km |
| Kalamboli | North-West | 6.67 km |
| Markadwadi | South | 6.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palasmandal
Public transport in the Palasmandal is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.9 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 Indapur to Palasmandal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Palasmandal is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palasmandal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasmandal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Palasmandal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasmandal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palasmandal
Where is Palasmandal located?
Palasmandal village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasmandal?
Palasmandal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palasmandal?
The pincode of Palasmandal is 413109.
What is the population of Palasmandal?
Palasmandal has a total population of 2,589, including 1,351 males and 1,238 females.
How many households are there in Palasmandal?
There are 528 households in Palasmandal.
What is the literacy rate in Palasmandal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasmandal is 67.09%. Male literacy is 74.32% and female literacy is 59.21%.