Palaskhed Village Overview
Palaskhed is a village in Risod tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It lies about 5 km from Risod tehsil headquarters and around 45 km from Washim district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Palaskhed village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Palaskhed village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palaskhed is 531349. The village covers a geographical area of 709.3 hectares. Risod is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Location Map of Palaskhed
Population & Demographics of Palaskhed
This section provides population and demographic details of Palaskhed village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,554 | 805 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 112 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 242 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,030 | 598 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 207 | 317 |
Key population details of Palaskhed village are given below:
- Palaskhed village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,554, including approximately 805 males and 749 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 457 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Palaskhed village is good, with a literacy rate of about 66.28%.
- There are around 324 households in Palaskhed village.
Transport & Connectivity of Palaskhed
Transport facilities help residents of Palaskhed village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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 Palaskhed
The following villages are located close to Palaskhed and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palaskhed
- Where is Palaskhed located?
- Palaskhed village is located in Risod Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palaskhed?
- Palaskhed is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the population of Palaskhed?
- Palaskhed has a total population of 1,554, including 805 males and 749 females.
- How many households are there in Palaskhed?
- There are 324 households in Palaskhed.
- What is the literacy rate in Palaskhed?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palaskhed is 66.28%. Male literacy is 74.29% and female literacy is 57.68%.