Pail - Nurpur, Kangra
Pail is a village situated in the Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Khanni Jhikli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pail is 008348. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.68 hectares and falls under the 176202 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Pail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pail
According to the 2011 Census, Pail village had a total population of 67 people, including 36 males and 31 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.96%, with male literacy at 37.93% and female literacy at 35.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 25 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Pail
Pail 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 Pail
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Pail is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Pail
Where is Pail located?
Pail village is located in Nurpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pail?
The Gram Panchayat of Pail is Khanni Jhikli.
What is the pincode of Pail?
The pincode of Pail is 176202.
What is the population of Pail?
Pail had a total population of 67, including 36 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Pail?
Pail had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pail was 36.96%. Male literacy was 37.93% and female literacy was 35.29%.