Palra

Palra is a village located in Baroh tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 48km away from district headquarter Baroh. Baroh is the sub-district headquarter of Palra village. As per 2009 stats, Khawa is the gram panchayat of Palra village.

Palra 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 Palra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palra is 010138. The village spans a total geographical area of 132.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176054. Nagrota Bagwan is nearest town to Palra village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Palra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 105 52 53
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 13 8 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) 44 19 25
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 76 41 35
Illiterate Population 29 11 18

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

  • The total population of Palra village is around 105, including approximately 52 males and 53 females, with a sex ratio of 1019 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 13 children aged 0–6 years in Palra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palra village has 44 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palra village is about 72.38%, with male literacy at 78.85% and female literacy at 66.04%.
  • There are around 24 households in Palra village.

Connectivity of Palra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palra. As per the 2011 stats, Palra 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palra

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Palra

Where is Palra located?
Palra village is situated in Baroh Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palra?
The Gram Panchayat of Palra is Khawa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palra?
The pincode of Palra is 176054, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palra is 105, with 52 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Palra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palra village has a total of 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palra is 72.38%. The male literacy rate is 78.85%, while the female literacy rate is 66.04%.