Palsed - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Palsed is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Lehri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palsed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palsed is 019552. The village covers a total geographical area of 553.01 hectares and falls under the 174002 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Palsed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Palsed
As per Census 2011, Palsed village has a total population of 488 people, consisting of 249 males and 239 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 321 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 314 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palsed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 488 | 249 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 43 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 314 | 159 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 182 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 67 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Palsed
Palsed 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 Palsed
Palsed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Palsed.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naina Devi to Palsed is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Palsed is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palsed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palsed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palsed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palsed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Palsed
Where is Palsed located?
Palsed village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palsed?
The Gram Panchayat of Palsed is Lehri.
What is the pincode of Palsed?
The pincode of Palsed is 174002.
What is the population of Palsed?
Palsed has a total population of 488, including 249 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Palsed?
There are 89 households in Palsed.
What is the literacy rate in Palsed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palsed is 65.78%. Male literacy is 73.09% and female literacy is 58.16%.