Palwana
Palwana is a village located in Kangra tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from district headquarter Kangra. Kangra is the sub-district headquarter of Palwana village. As per 2009 stats, Samela is the gram panchayat of Palwana village.
Palwana 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 Palwana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palwana is 009816. The village spans a total geographical area of 297.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176001. Kangra is nearest town to Palwana village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Palwana village comes under Kangra assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Palwana
Population of Palwana
Below is a concise population overview of Palwana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 457 | 246 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 347 | 198 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 48 | 62 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palwana village:
- The total population of Palwana village is around 457, including approximately 246 males and 211 females, with a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Palwana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Palwana village is about 75.93%, with male literacy at 80.49% and female literacy at 70.62%.
- There are around 95 households in Palwana village.
Connectivity of Palwana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palwana. As per the 2011 stats, Palwana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Palwana
Knowing the nearby villages of Palwana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palwana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palwana
- Where is Palwana located?
- Palwana village is situated in Kangra Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palwana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palwana is Samela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palwana?
- The pincode of Palwana is 176001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palwana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palwana is 457, with 246 males and 211 females.
- How many households are there in Palwana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palwana village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palwana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palwana is 75.93%. The male literacy rate is 80.49%, while the female literacy rate is 70.62%.