Palwal
Palwal is a village located in Thanesar tehsil of Kurukshetra district in Haryana, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Thanesar (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Kurukshetra. As per 2009 stats, Palwal village is also a gram panchayat.
Palwal has its own place in the vibrant Kurukshetra 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 Palwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palwal is 058496. The village spans a total geographical area of 265 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 136131. Kurukshtera is nearest town to Palwal village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Palwal 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 Tanesar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palwal
Population of Palwal
Below is a concise population overview of Palwal 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 | 1,540 | 804 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 111 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 150 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,060 | 611 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 193 | 287 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palwal village:
- The total population of Palwal village is around 1,540, including approximately 804 males and 736 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 201 children aged 0–6 years in Palwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palwal village has 295 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Palwal village is about 68.83%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 61.01%.
- There are around 301 households in Palwal village.
Connectivity of Palwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palwal. As per the 2011 stats, Palwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Palwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palwal
- Where is Palwal located?
- Palwal village is situated in Thanesar Tehsil, within the Kurukshetra district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palwal?
- Palwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palwal?
- The pincode of Palwal is 136131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palwal is 1,540, with 804 males and 736 females.
- How many households are there in Palwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palwal village has a total of 301 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palwal is 68.83%. The male literacy rate is 76.00%, while the female literacy rate is 61.01%.