Palas Kund - Ralegaon, Yavatmal
Palas Kund is a village situated in the Ralegaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ralegaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Palaskund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palas Kund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palas Kund is 543663. The village covers a total geographical area of 693.78 hectares and falls under the 445402 pincode. Pandharkaoda is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Palas Kund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ralegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palas Kund
As per Census 2011, Palas Kund village has a total population of 1,148 people, consisting of 597 males and 551 females. The village has 280 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 723 literate and 425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 915 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palas Kund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,148 | 597 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 68 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 915 | 475 | 440 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 416 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 181 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Palas Kund
Palas Kund 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umarvihir | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Khemkund | West | 2.97 km |
| Munzala | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Vihirgaon | North | 3.26 km |
| Sawarkheda | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Bhimsenpur | West | 4.32 km |
| Deodhari | East | 4.51 km |
| Adni | South | 5.33 km |
| Khatara | South-East | 5.57 km |
| Ekurli | North-East | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palas Kund
Public transport in the Palas Kund is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagari, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.2 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 Pandharkaoda to Palas Kund is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Palas Kund is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palas Kund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palas Kund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palas Kund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palas Kund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palas Kund
Where is Palas Kund located?
Palas Kund village is located in Ralegaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palas Kund?
The Gram Panchayat of Palas Kund is Palaskund.
What is the pincode of Palas Kund?
The pincode of Palas Kund is 445402.
What is the population of Palas Kund?
Palas Kund has a total population of 1,148, including 597 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Palas Kund?
There are 280 households in Palas Kund.
What is the literacy rate in Palas Kund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palas Kund is 62.98%. Male literacy is 69.68% and female literacy is 55.72%.