Palakh
About Palakh
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palakh village is 008775. Palakh village is located in Indora tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 100km away from district headquarter Indora. Indora is the sub-district headquarter of Palakh village. As per 2009 stats, Palakh village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 937 hectares. Palakh has a total population of 1,665 peoples, out of which male population is 858 while female population is 807. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 940 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palakh village is 69.97% out of which 73.54% males and 66.17% females are literate. There are about 351 houses in palakh village. Pincode of palakh village locality is 176058.
When it comes to administration, Palakh 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, Palakh village comes under Indora Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to palakh village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Palakh
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,665 | 858 | 807 |
| Literate Population | 1,165 | 631 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 227 | 273 |
Connectivity of Palakh
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palakh
Frequently Asked Questions about Palakh
Where is Palakh located?
Palakh village is situated in Indora Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palakh?
Palakh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Palakh?
The pincode of Palakh is 176058, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palakh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palakh is 1,665, with 858 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Palakh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palakh village has a total of 351 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palakh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palakh is 69.97%. The male literacy rate is 73.54%, while the female literacy rate is 66.17%.