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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Palgaon village has a total population of 262 people, consisting of 126 males and 136 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 173 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 255 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 262 | 126 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Palgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Palgaon is Hiwarabarsa.
What is the pincode of Palgaon?
The pincode of Palgaon is 445324.
What is the population of Palgaon?
Palgaon has a total population of 262, including 126 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Palgaon?
There are 83 households in Palgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Palgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palgaon is 66.03%. Male literacy is 73.81% and female literacy is 58.82%.