Palodi - Darwha, Yavatmal
Palodi 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 48 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Palodi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palodi is 542546. The village covers a total geographical area of 1416.63 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Palodi 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 Palodi
According to the 2011 Census, Palodi village had a total population of 1,610 people, including 808 males and 802 females, living in 407 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.00%, with male literacy at 92.03% and female literacy at 81.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 321, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,610 | 808 | 802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 93 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 163 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,238 | 658 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 150 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Palodi
Palodi 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 Palodi
Palodi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darwha to Palodi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Palodi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palodi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palodi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palodi
Where is Palodi located?
Palodi village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palodi?
Palodi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palodi?
The pincode of Palodi is 445202.
What is the population of Palodi?
Palodi had a total population of 1,610, including 808 males and 802 females.
How many households are there in Palodi?
Palodi had 407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palodi was 87.00%. Male literacy was 92.03% and female literacy was 81.92%.