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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Palas Kund village had a total population of 1,148 people, including 597 males and 551 females, living in 280 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.16%, with male literacy at 78.64% and female literacy at 64.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 915.
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 | 1,148 | 597 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 68 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Palas Kund?
The Village 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 had a total population of 1,148, including 597 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Palas Kund?
Palas Kund had 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palas Kund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palas Kund was 72.16%. Male literacy was 78.64% and female literacy was 64.90%.