Palasbari (Pron:ˌpəlæsˈbɑːrɪ) is a town and a municipal board in Kamrup district in the Indian state of Assam. There was a small Kachari kingdom near Palasbari Heramdoi.

Demographics

As of 2001[update] India census, Palasbari had a population of 4741. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. Palasbari has an average literacy rate of 80%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 85%, and female literacy is 75%. In Palasbari, 9% of the population is under 6 years of age. Palasbari is The 3rd town of Assam state. Currently, industrialization is taking place in and around Palasbari which has given a new impetus to this old town.

Geography

Palasbari is located at 26°08′N 91°30′E/26.13°N 91.5°E/ 26.13; 91.5. It has an average elevation of 46 metres (150 feet).

Politics

Palasbari is part of Gauhati (Lok Sabha constituency). The people of Palasbari are traditionally well known for their political consciousness. Rationality is a major trait among the folk of this town.

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