Palpal
About Palpal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palpal village is 017857. Palpal village is located in Bhoranj tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from district headquarter Bhoranj. Bhoranj is the sub-district headquarter of Palpal village. As per 2009 stats, Dhirad is the gram panchayat of Palpal village.
The total geographical area of village is 65.97 hectares. Palpal has a total population of 345 peoples, out of which male population is 164 while female population is 181. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1103 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palpal village is 84.06% out of which 85.98% males and 82.32% females are literate. There are about 90 houses in palpal village. Pincode of palpal village locality is 176045.
When it comes to administration, Palpal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Palpal village comes under Bhoranj Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Sarkaghat is nearest town to palpal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Palpal
The population details of Palpal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 345 | 164 | 181 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 290 | 141 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 23 | 32 |
Connectivity of Palpal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palpal
Where is Palpal located?
Palpal village is situated in Bhoranj Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palpal?
The Gram Panchayat of Palpal is Dhirad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palpal?
The pincode of Palpal is 176045, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palpal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palpal is 345, with 164 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Palpal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palpal village has a total of 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palpal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palpal is 84.06%. The male literacy rate is 85.98%, while the female literacy rate is 82.32%.