Palsa - Murarai - I, Birbhum
Palsa is a village situated in the Murarai - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murarai and around 81.7 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Palsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palsa is 316032. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.89 hectares and falls under the 731219 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Palsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palsa
As per Census 2011, Palsa village has a total population of 5,417 people, consisting of 2,762 males and 2,655 females. The village has 1,144 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 850 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,667 literate and 2,750 illiterate residents. Additionally, 450 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,417 | 2,762 | 2,655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 850 | 405 | 445 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 236 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 2,667 | 1,514 | 1,153 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,750 | 1,248 | 1,502 |
Nearby Villages of Palsa
Palsa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ruprampur | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Ratanpur | North-West | 1.30 km |
| Nayit | East | 1.55 km |
| Paschim Simlapara | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Jhikarhati | West | 1.70 km |
| Kumadol | East | 2.07 km |
| Sumarpur | North | 2.09 km |
| Dhitora | South | 2.11 km |
| Tegharia | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Sanfua | South-East | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palsa
The nearest railway station is Murarai, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Palsa is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Palsa is about 81.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Palsa
Where is Palsa located?
Palsa village is located in Murarai - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palsa?
Palsa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palsa?
The pincode of Palsa is 731219.
What is the population of Palsa?
Palsa has a total population of 5,417, including 2,762 males and 2,655 females.
How many households are there in Palsa?
There are 1,144 households in Palsa.
What is the literacy rate in Palsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palsa is 49.23%. Male literacy is 54.82% and female literacy is 43.43%.