Palsada - Jharbandh, Bargarh
Palsada is a village situated in the Jharbandh tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Jharbandha and around 125 km from Bargarh. Dava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palsada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palsada is 379872. The village covers a total geographical area of 299 hectares and falls under the 768042 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Palsada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palsada
As per Census 2011, Palsada village has a total population of 484 people, consisting of 231 males and 253 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 1,095 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 304 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palsada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 484 | 231 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 27 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 35 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 172 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 59 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Palsada
Palsada 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 Palsada
Palsada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Palsada is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Palsada is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palsada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palsada 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 Palsada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palsada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palsada
Where is Palsada located?
Palsada village is located in Jharbandh Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palsada?
The Gram Panchayat of Palsada is Dava.
What is the pincode of Palsada?
The pincode of Palsada is 768042.
What is the population of Palsada?
Palsada has a total population of 484, including 231 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Palsada?
There are 104 households in Palsada.
What is the literacy rate in Palsada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palsada is 62.81%. Male literacy is 74.46% and female literacy is 52.17%.