Palasi

Palasi is a village located in Midnapore subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Midnapore are the district & sub-district headquarters of Palasi village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Pathra is the gram panchayat of Palasi village.

Palasi has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Palasi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palasi is 339453. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721149. Midnapore is nearest town to Palasi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Palasi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kharagpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Medinipur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Palasi

Below is a concise population overview of Palasi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 585 304 281
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 68 34 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 33 19 14
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 308 153 155
Literate Population 374 216 158
Illiterate Population 211 88 123

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palasi village:

  • The total population of Palasi village is around 585, including approximately 304 males and 281 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Palasi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palasi village has 33 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 308 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palasi village is about 63.93%, with male literacy at 71.05% and female literacy at 56.23%.
  • There are around 135 households in Palasi village.

Connectivity of Palasi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palasi. As per the 2011 stats, Palasi 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 Palasi

Knowing the nearby villages of Palasi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palasi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Palasi

Where is Palasi located?
Palasi village is situated in Midnapore Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasi is Pathra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palasi?
The pincode of Palasi is 721149, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palasi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palasi is 585, with 304 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Palasi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palasi village has a total of 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palasi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palasi is 63.93%. The male literacy rate is 71.05%, while the female literacy rate is 56.23%.