Palthin - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Palthin is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Auhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palthin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palthin is 019104. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.63 hectares and falls under the 174024 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Palthin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palthin
According to the 2011 Census, Palthin village had a total population of 488 people, including 239 males and 249 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.93%, with male literacy at 93.84% and female literacy at 80.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 134.
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 | 488 | 239 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 198 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 41 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Palthin
Palthin 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 Palthin
Palthin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Palthin is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palthin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palthin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palthin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palthin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palthin
Where is Palthin located?
Palthin village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palthin?
The Gram Panchayat of Palthin is Auhar.
What is the pincode of Palthin?
The pincode of Palthin is 174024.
What is the population of Palthin?
Palthin had a total population of 488, including 239 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Palthin?
Palthin had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palthin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palthin was 86.93%. Male literacy was 93.84% and female literacy was 80.44%.