Palahur - Kohkameta, Narayanpur
Palahur is a village situated in the Kohkameta tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 146 km from Orchha and around 80 km from Narayanpur. Metanar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palahur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palahur is 449863. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Palahur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palahur
According to the 2011 Census, Palahur village had a total population of 95 people, including 37 males and 58 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,568 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 1.25%, with male literacy at 0.00% and female literacy at 2.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 95 | 37 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 37 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 37 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Palahur
Palahur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palahur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Palahur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Palahur is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palahur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palahur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Palahur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palahur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palahur
Where is Palahur located?
Palahur village is located in Kohkameta Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palahur?
The Gram Panchayat of Palahur is Metanar.
What is the pincode of Palahur?
The pincode of Palahur is 494661.
What is the population of Palahur?
Palahur had a total population of 95, including 37 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Palahur?
Palahur had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palahur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palahur was 1.25%. Male literacy was 0.00% and female literacy was 2.08%.