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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Paplothar village had a total population of 671 people, including 320 males and 351 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.96%, with male literacy at 96.36% and female literacy at 82.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 109.
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 | 671 | 320 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 45 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 49 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 671, including 320 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Paplothar?
Paplothar had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paplothar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paplothar was 88.96%. Male literacy was 96.36% and female literacy was 82.66%.