Palhoon

Palhoon is a village located in Baijnath tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 54km away from district headquarter Baijnath. Baijnath is the sub-district headquarter of Palhoon village. As per 2009 stats, Mahal Pat is the gram panchayat of Palhoon village.

Palhoon has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Palhoon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palhoon is 012035. The village spans a total geographical area of 40.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176125. Palampur is nearest town to Palhoon village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Palhoon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 282 130 152
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 27 10 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 106 46 60
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 225 112 113
Illiterate Population 57 18 39

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

  • The total population of Palhoon village is around 282, including approximately 130 males and 152 females, with a sex ratio of 1169 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Palhoon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palhoon village has 106 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palhoon village is about 79.79%, with male literacy at 86.15% and female literacy at 74.34%.
  • There are around 71 households in Palhoon village.

Connectivity of Palhoon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palhoon. As per the 2011 stats, Palhoon 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Palhoon

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

Mahankal Mandhol Kunsal Buhli Nauhra Mahlpat Chakol Mahlpat Katocha Sitala Devi Kunsal Upperli Thara Sunpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Palhoon

Where is Palhoon located?
Palhoon village is situated in Baijnath Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palhoon?
The Gram Panchayat of Palhoon is Mahal Pat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palhoon?
The pincode of Palhoon is 176125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palhoon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palhoon is 282, with 130 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Palhoon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palhoon village has a total of 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palhoon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palhoon is 79.79%. The male literacy rate is 86.15%, while the female literacy rate is 74.34%.