Palgaon - Zari-Jamani, Yavatmal
Palgaon is a village situated in the Zari-Jamani tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zari-jamani and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Hiwarabarsa serves as the Village Panchayat for Palgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palgaon is 543825. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.21 hectares and falls under the 445324 pincode. Pandharkaoda is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Palgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Palgaon village had a total population of 262 people, including 126 males and 136 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.64%, with male literacy at 86.92% and female literacy at 70.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 255.
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 | 262 | 126 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 122 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 93 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 33 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Palgaon
Palgaon 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 Palgaon
Public transport in the Palgaon 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 Pandharkaoda to Palgaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Palgaon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palgaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Palgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palgaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Palgaon
Where is Palgaon located?
Palgaon village is located in Zari-Jamani Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Palgaon?
The Village Panchayat of Palgaon is Hiwarabarsa.
What is the pincode of Palgaon?
The pincode of Palgaon is 445324.
What is the population of Palgaon?
Palgaon had a total population of 262, including 126 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Palgaon?
Palgaon had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palgaon was 78.64%. Male literacy was 86.92% and female literacy was 70.80%.