Palaskhand

Palaskhand is a village located in Tushura tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Tushura (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Sarasmal is the gram panchayat of Palaskhand village.

Palaskhand has its own place in the vibrant Balangir region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Palaskhand

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palaskhand is 420354. The village spans a total geographical area of 213 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767029. Balangir is nearest town to Palaskhand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Palaskhand

Below is a concise population overview of Palaskhand as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 535 266 269
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 56 25 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) 40 17 23
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 22 10 12
Literate Population 360 208 152
Illiterate Population 175 58 117

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palaskhand village:

  • The total population of Palaskhand village is around 535, including approximately 266 males and 269 females, with a sex ratio of 1011 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 56 children aged 0–6 years in Palaskhand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palaskhand village has 40 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 22 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palaskhand village is about 67.29%, with male literacy at 78.20% and female literacy at 56.51%.
  • There are around 144 households in Palaskhand village.

Connectivity of Palaskhand

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palaskhand. As per the 2011 stats, Palaskhand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palaskhand

Knowing the nearby villages of Palaskhand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palaskhand.

Frequently Asked Questions about Palaskhand

Where is Palaskhand located?
Palaskhand village is situated in Tushura Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palaskhand?
The Gram Panchayat of Palaskhand is Sarasmal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palaskhand?
The pincode of Palaskhand is 767029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palaskhand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palaskhand is 535, with 266 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Palaskhand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palaskhand village has a total of 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palaskhand as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palaskhand is 67.29%. The male literacy rate is 78.20%, while the female literacy rate is 56.51%.