Palashi - Darwha, Yavatmal
Palashi is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Palsi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palashi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palashi is 542599. The village covers a total geographical area of 1204.93 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 9 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 Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palashi
As per Census 2011, Palashi village has a total population of 1,879 people, consisting of 985 males and 894 females. The village has 390 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,321 literate and 558 illiterate residents. Additionally, 251 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palashi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,879 | 985 | 894 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 137 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 139 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,321 | 741 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 244 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Palashi
Palashi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palashi
Palashi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Darwha to Palashi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Palashi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Palashi
Where is Palashi located?
Palashi village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palashi?
The Gram Panchayat of Palashi is Palsi.
What is the pincode of Palashi?
The pincode of Palashi is 445202.
What is the population of Palashi?
Palashi has a total population of 1,879, including 985 males and 894 females.
How many households are there in Palashi?
There are 390 households in Palashi.
What is the literacy rate in Palashi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palashi is 70.30%. Male literacy is 75.23% and female literacy is 64.88%.