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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Palashi village had a total population of 1,879 people, including 985 males and 894 females, living in 390 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.80%, with male literacy at 87.38% and female literacy at 73.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 251, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Village Panchayat of Palashi?
The Village Panchayat of Palashi is Palsi.
What is the pincode of Palashi?
The pincode of Palashi is 445202.
What is the population of Palashi?
Palashi had a total population of 1,879, including 985 males and 894 females.
How many households are there in Palashi?
Palashi had 390 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palashi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palashi was 80.80%. Male literacy was 87.38% and female literacy was 73.70%.