Palti - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Palti is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Harlog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palti is 019080. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.9 hectares and falls under the 174003 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Palti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palti
According to the 2011 Census, Palti village had a total population of 393 people, including 196 males and 197 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.82%, with male literacy at 93.14% and female literacy at 80.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165.
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 | 393 | 196 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 82 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 163 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 33 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Palti
Palti 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 Palti
Palti 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 Palti is about 22 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 Palti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palti
Where is Palti located?
Palti village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palti?
The Gram Panchayat of Palti is Harlog.
What is the pincode of Palti?
The pincode of Palti is 174003.
What is the population of Palti?
Palti had a total population of 393, including 196 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Palti?
Palti had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palti was 86.82%. Male literacy was 93.14% and female literacy was 80.46%.