Paplothar - Jaswan, Kangra
Paplothar is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Seul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paplothar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paplothar is 010659. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.6 hectares and falls under the 177112 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Paplothar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paplothar
As per Census 2011, Paplothar village has a total population of 671 people, consisting of 320 males and 351 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 532 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paplothar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 671 | 320 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 45 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 49 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 532 | 265 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 55 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Paplothar
Paplothar 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 Paplothar
Paplothar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Paplothar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paplothar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paplothar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paplothar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paplothar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paplothar
Where is Paplothar located?
Paplothar village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paplothar?
The Gram Panchayat of Paplothar is Seul.
What is the pincode of Paplothar?
The pincode of Paplothar is 177112.
What is the population of Paplothar?
Paplothar has a total population of 671, including 320 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Paplothar?
There are 143 households in Paplothar.
What is the literacy rate in Paplothar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paplothar is 79.28%. Male literacy is 82.81% and female literacy is 76.07%.