Palaspur - Ghasipura, Keonjhar
Palaspur is a village situated in the Ghasipura tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Ghasipura and around 75 km from Kendujhar. Gohira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palaspur is 386885. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 758020 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Palaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghasipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Palaspur village had a total population of 62 people, including 31 males and 31 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 82.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Palaspur
Palaspur 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 Palaspur
Palaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anandapur to Palaspur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Palaspur 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 Palaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palaspur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palaspur
Where is Palaspur located?
Palaspur village is located in Ghasipura Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Palaspur is Gohira.
What is the pincode of Palaspur?
The pincode of Palaspur is 758020.
What is the population of Palaspur?
Palaspur had a total population of 62, including 31 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Palaspur?
Palaspur had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palaspur was 85.71%. Male literacy was 89.29% and female literacy was 82.14%.