Palashi
Palashi is a village located in Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 15.1km away from sub-district headquarter Kumarganj (tehsildar office) and 35.4km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Samjia is the gram panchayat of Palashi village.
Palashi has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur 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 310792. The village spans a total geographical area of 256.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733141. Balurghat 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 | 998 | 516 | 482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 296 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 84 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 317 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 199 | 239 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palashi village:
- The total population of Palashi village is around 998, including approximately 516 males and 482 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Palashi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palashi village has 564 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 170 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palashi village is about 56.11%, with male literacy at 61.43% and female literacy at 50.41%.
- There are around 233 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 Kumarganj Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palashi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palashi is Samjia (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 733141, 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 998, with 516 males and 482 females.
- How many households are there in Palashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palashi village has a total of 233 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palashi is 56.11%. The male literacy rate is 61.43%, while the female literacy rate is 50.41%.