Palyur - Saho, Chamba
Palyur is a village situated in the Saho tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Chamba. Playoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palyur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palyur is 007997. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.32 hectares and falls under the 176314 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Palyur 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 Palyur
According to the 2011 Census, Palyur village had a total population of 612 people, including 315 males and 297 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.46%, with male literacy at 88.48% and female literacy at 72.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 254, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 200.
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 | 612 | 315 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 123 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 107 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 238 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 77 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Palyur
Palyur 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 Palyur
Palyur 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 Chamba to Palyur is about 17 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 Palyur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palyur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palyur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palyur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palyur
Where is Palyur located?
Palyur village is located in Saho Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palyur?
The Gram Panchayat of Palyur is Playoor.
What is the pincode of Palyur?
The pincode of Palyur is 176314.
What is the population of Palyur?
Palyur had a total population of 612, including 315 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Palyur?
Palyur had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palyur was 80.46%. Male literacy was 88.48% and female literacy was 72.09%.