Palah - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Palah is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Mehathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palah is 019823. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 174011 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Palah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palah
According to the 2011 Census, Palah village had a total population of 108 people, including 55 males and 53 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.05%, with male literacy at 96.00% and female literacy at 64.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 48 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 7 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Palah
Palah 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 Palah
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Palah.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Palah is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palah 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 Palah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palah 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Palah
Where is Palah located?
Palah village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palah?
The Gram Panchayat of Palah is Mehathi.
What is the pincode of Palah?
The pincode of Palah is 174011.
What is the population of Palah?
Palah had a total population of 108, including 55 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Palah?
Palah had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palah was 81.05%. Male literacy was 96.00% and female literacy was 64.44%.