Palaura Khas

Palaura Khas is a village located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 56km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Palaura Khas village. As per 2009 stats, Phalohra is the gram panchayat of Palaura Khas village.

Palaura Khas has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Palaura Khas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palaura Khas is 009134. The village spans a total geographical area of 80.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176023. Nurpur is nearest town to Palaura Khas village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Palaura Khas village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Palaura Khas

Below is a concise population overview of Palaura Khas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 312 149 163
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 16 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) 134 65 69
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 252 127 125
Illiterate Population 60 22 38

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palaura Khas village:

  • The total population of Palaura Khas village is around 312, including approximately 149 males and 163 females, with a sex ratio of 1093 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Palaura Khas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palaura Khas village has 134 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palaura Khas village is about 80.77%, with male literacy at 85.23% and female literacy at 76.69%.
  • There are around 76 households in Palaura Khas village.

Connectivity of Palaura Khas

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palaura Khas. As per the 2011 stats, Palaura Khas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Palaura Khas

Knowing the nearby villages of Palaura Khas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palaura Khas.

Chakban Devi Da Banjawali Kuthera Mawa Tikkeri Lab Bhanai Samlana Bhol Nargala Gurah Sahura

Frequently Asked Questions about Palaura Khas

Where is Palaura Khas located?
Palaura Khas village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palaura Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of Palaura Khas is Phalohra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palaura Khas?
The pincode of Palaura Khas is 176023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palaura Khas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palaura Khas is 312, with 149 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Palaura Khas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palaura Khas village has a total of 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palaura Khas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palaura Khas is 80.77%. The male literacy rate is 85.23%, while the female literacy rate is 76.69%.