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.
Here you can discover what makes Palhoon unique in its vibrant Baijnath-Kangra region. You’ll see Palhoon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Palhoon
Population of Palhoon
According to the 2011 Census, Palhoon has a total population of about 282, with approximately 130 males and 152 females. The sex ratio is around 1169 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 27 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 106 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.79%, with male literacy at about 86.15% and female literacy near 74.34%. There are around 71 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palhoon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.