Palah

Palah is a village located in Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 26km away from Bilaspur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Palah village. As per 2009 stats, Mehathi is the gram panchayat of Palah village.

Palah has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 Palah

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palah is 019823. The village spans a total geographical area of 54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174011. Bilaspur is nearest town to Palah village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Palah 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 Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur 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 Palah

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 108 55 53
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 13 5 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 9 5 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 77 48 29
Illiterate Population 31 7 24

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

  • The total population of Palah village is around 108, including approximately 55 males and 53 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 13 children aged 0–6 years in Palah village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palah village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palah village is about 71.30%, with male literacy at 87.27% and female literacy at 54.72%.
  • There are around 21 households in Palah village.

Connectivity of Palah

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palah. As per the 2011 stats, Palah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palah

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Palah

Where is Palah located?
Palah village is situated in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palah?
The Gram Panchayat of Palah is Mehathi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palah?
The pincode of Palah is 174011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palah is 108, with 55 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Palah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palah village has a total of 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palah is 71.30%. The male literacy rate is 87.27%, while the female literacy rate is 54.72%.