Palotha
About Palotha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palotha village is 009488. Palotha village is located in Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from Dharmsala, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Palotha village. As per 2009 stats, Kutharna is the gram panchayat of Palotha village.
The total geographical area of village is 153.28 hectares. Palotha has a total population of 265 peoples, out of which male population is 132 while female population is 133. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1007 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palotha village is 60.75% out of which 71.21% males and 50.38% females are literate. There are about 49 houses in palotha village. Pincode of palotha village locality is 176217.
When it comes to administration, Palotha village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Palotha village comes under Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Dharmsala is nearest town to palotha village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Palotha
The population details of Palotha cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 265 | 132 | 133 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 265 | 132 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 161 | 94 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 38 | 66 |
Connectivity of Palotha
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palotha
Where is Palotha located?
Palotha village is situated in Dharmsala Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palotha?
The Gram Panchayat of Palotha is Kutharna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palotha?
The pincode of Palotha is 176217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palotha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palotha is 265, with 132 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Palotha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palotha village has a total of 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palotha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palotha is 60.75%. The male literacy rate is 71.21%, while the female literacy rate is 50.38%.