Palashi
Palashi is a village located in Mejhia subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.8km away from sub-district headquarter Mejhia. Bankura is the district headquarter of Palashi village. As per 2009 stats, Ramchandrapur is the gram panchayat of Palashi village.
Palashi has its own place in the vibrant Bankura 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 Palashi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palashi is 326162. The village spans a total geographical area of 138.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722143. Raniganj is nearest town to Palashi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Palashi
Population of Palashi
Below is a concise population overview of Palashi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 665 | 357 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 64 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 266 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 91 | 164 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palashi village:
- The total population of Palashi village is around 665, including approximately 357 males and 308 females, with a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Palashi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palashi village has 123 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palashi village is about 61.65%, with male literacy at 74.51% and female literacy at 46.75%.
- There are around 127 households in Palashi village.
Connectivity of Palashi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palashi. As per the 2011 stats, Palashi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palashi
Knowing the nearby villages of Palashi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palashi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palashi
- Where is Palashi located?
- Palashi village is situated in Mejhia Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palashi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palashi is Ramchandrapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palashi?
- The pincode of Palashi is 722143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palashi is 665, with 357 males and 308 females.
- How many households are there in Palashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palashi village has a total of 127 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palashi is 61.65%. The male literacy rate is 74.51%, while the female literacy rate is 46.75%.