Palashbani - Barjora, Bankura
Palashbani is a village situated in the Barjora subdivision of Bankura district, West Bengal. Pakhanna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palashbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palashbani is 327223. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.69 hectares and falls under the 722208 pincode. Sonamukhi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Palashbani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palashbani
According to the 2011 Census, Palashbani village had a total population of 601 people, including 314 males and 287 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.96%, with male literacy at 84.19% and female literacy at 66.94%.
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 | 601 | 314 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 229 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 85 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Palashbani
Palashbani 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 Palashbani
Palashbani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sonamukhi to Palashbani is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palashbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palashbani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palashbani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palashbani 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Palashbani
Where is Palashbani located?
Palashbani village is located in Barjora Subdivision, Bankura district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palashbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Palashbani is Pakhanna.
What is the pincode of Palashbani?
The pincode of Palashbani is 722208.
What is the population of Palashbani?
Palashbani had a total population of 601, including 314 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Palashbani?
Palashbani had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palashbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palashbani was 75.96%. Male literacy was 84.19% and female literacy was 66.94%.