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.

Here you can discover what makes Palra unique in its vibrant Baroh-Kangra region. You’ll see Palra’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 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

According to the 2011 Census, Palra has a total population of about 105, with approximately 52 males and 53 females. The sex ratio is around 1019 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 13 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 44 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 72.38%, with male literacy at about 78.85% and female literacy near 66.04%. There are around 24 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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.

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%.