Pal

Pal is a village located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 55km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Pal village. As per 2009 stats, Suri is the gram panchayat of Pal village.

Pal has its own place in the vibrant Chamba region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Pal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pal is 007175. The village spans a total geographical area of 74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176320. Chamba is nearest town to Pal village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Pal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Pal

Below is a concise population overview of Pal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 257 125 132
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 29 18 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) 145 73 72
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 158 87 71
Illiterate Population 99 38 61

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pal village:

  • The total population of Pal village is around 257, including approximately 125 males and 132 females, with a sex ratio of 1056 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 29 children aged 0–6 years in Pal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pal village has 145 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pal village is about 61.48%, with male literacy at 69.60% and female literacy at 53.79%.
  • There are around 47 households in Pal village.

Connectivity of Pal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pal. As per the 2011 stats, Pal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pal

Knowing the nearby villages of Pal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Pal

Where is Pal located?
Pal village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pal?
The Gram Panchayat of Pal is Suri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pal?
The pincode of Pal is 176320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pal is 257, with 125 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Pal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pal village has a total of 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pal is 61.48%. The male literacy rate is 69.60%, while the female literacy rate is 53.79%.