Palat - Jaisinghpur, Kangra
Palat is a village situated in the Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Jalag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palat is 011278. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.95 hectares and falls under the 176094 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Palat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palat
According to the 2011 Census, Palat village had a total population of 37 people, including 16 males and 21 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,313 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.08%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 76.19%.
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 | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Palat
Palat 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 Palat
Palat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Palat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Palat is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Palat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palat
Where is Palat located?
Palat village is located in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palat?
The Gram Panchayat of Palat is Jalag.
What is the pincode of Palat?
The pincode of Palat is 176094.
What is the population of Palat?
Palat had a total population of 37, including 16 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Palat?
Palat had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palat was 81.08%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 76.19%.