Palasi - Kaliganj, Nadia
Palasi is a village situated in the Kaliganj subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debagram and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Plassey-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasi is 321296. The village covers a total geographical area of 1014.95 hectares and falls under the 741156 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Palasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palasi
As per Census 2011, Palasi village has a total population of 19,984 people, consisting of 10,288 males and 9,696 females. The village has 4,347 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,700 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,462 literate and 8,522 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,062 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,984 | 10,288 | 9,696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,700 | 1,370 | 1,330 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,062 | 547 | 515 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 11,462 | 6,134 | 5,328 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,522 | 4,154 | 4,368 |
Nearby Villages of Palasi
Palasi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tejnagar | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Char Tejnagar | West | 2.07 km |
| Char Palasi | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Sajua | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Char Ramnagar | West | 2.53 km |
| Loknathpur | North | 2.90 km |
| Uttar Hajrapota | East | 2.94 km |
| Chhota Kulberia | South | 3.00 km |
| Chak Bidupara | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Mira (ct) | South-East | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palasi
Palasi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Plassey, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Palasi is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Palasi is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palasi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palasi
Where is Palasi located?
Palasi village is located in Kaliganj Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasi is Plassey-i.
What is the pincode of Palasi?
The pincode of Palasi is 741156.
What is the population of Palasi?
Palasi has a total population of 19,984, including 10,288 males and 9,696 females.
How many households are there in Palasi?
There are 4,347 households in Palasi.
What is the literacy rate in Palasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasi is 57.36%. Male literacy is 59.62% and female literacy is 54.95%.