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 Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Palsa
According to the 2011 Census, Palsa village had a total population of 5,417 people, including 2,762 males and 2,655 females, living in 1,144 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.40%, with male literacy at 64.23% and female literacy at 52.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 450.
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 | 5,417 | 2,762 | 2,655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 850 | 405 | 445 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 236 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 5,417, including 2,762 males and 2,655 females.
How many households are there in Palsa?
Palsa had 1,144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palsa was 58.40%. Male literacy was 64.23% and female literacy was 52.17%.