Palra - Baroh, Kangra
Palra is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Khawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palra is 010138. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.49 hectares and falls under the 176054 pincode. Nagrota Bagwan is the nearest town.
Palra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palra
According to the 2011 Census, Palra village had a total population of 105 people, including 52 males and 53 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.61%, with male literacy at 93.18% and female literacy at 72.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 11 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Palra
Palra 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 Palra
Palra 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Palra is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palra
Where is Palra located?
Palra village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palra?
The Gram Panchayat of Palra is Khawa.
What is the pincode of Palra?
The pincode of Palra is 176054.
What is the population of Palra?
Palra had a total population of 105, including 52 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Palra?
Palra had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palra was 82.61%. Male literacy was 93.18% and female literacy was 72.92%.