Palru - Baroh, Kangra
Palru is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Khawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palru is 010139. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.45 hectares and falls under the 176054 pincode. Nagrota Bagwan is the nearest town.
Palru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Palru
According to the 2011 Census, Palru village had a total population of 10 people, including 6 males and 4 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Palru
Palru 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 Palru
Palru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Palru is about 49 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 Palru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palru 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 Palru
Where is Palru located?
Palru village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palru?
The Gram Panchayat of Palru is Khawa.
What is the pincode of Palru?
The pincode of Palru is 176054.
What is the population of Palru?
Palru had a total population of 10, including 6 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Palru?
Palru had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palru was 90.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 75.00%.