Palan Pulan - Bharmour, Chamba
Palan Pulan is a village situated in the Bharmour tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 63 km from Chamba. Poolan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palan Pulan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palan Pulan is 008197. The village covers a total geographical area of 755.96 hectares and falls under the 176315 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Palan Pulan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palan Pulan
As per Census 2011, Palan Pulan village has a total population of 1,071 people, consisting of 580 males and 491 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 670 literate and 401 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,055 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palan Pulan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,071 | 580 | 491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 67 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,055 | 574 | 481 |
| Literate Population | 670 | 397 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 183 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Palan Pulan
Palan Pulan 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 Palan Pulan
Public transport in the Palan Pulan 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 Chamba to Palan Pulan is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palan Pulan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palan Pulan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palan Pulan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palan Pulan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palan Pulan
Where is Palan Pulan located?
Palan Pulan village is located in Bharmour Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palan Pulan?
The Gram Panchayat of Palan Pulan is Poolan.
What is the pincode of Palan Pulan?
The pincode of Palan Pulan is 176315.
What is the population of Palan Pulan?
Palan Pulan has a total population of 1,071, including 580 males and 491 females.
How many households are there in Palan Pulan?
There are 207 households in Palan Pulan.
What is the literacy rate in Palan Pulan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palan Pulan is 62.56%. Male literacy is 68.45% and female literacy is 55.60%.