Paleen - Nurpur, Kangra
Paleen is a village situated in the Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Punder serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paleen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paleen is 008629. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.94 hectares and falls under the 176202 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Paleen 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 Paleen
As per Census 2011, Paleen village has a total population of 175 people, consisting of 88 males and 87 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paleen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 175 | 88 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 37 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 67 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 21 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Paleen
Paleen 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 Paleen
Paleen is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Paleen.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | 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 Paleen is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paleen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paleen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paleen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paleen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paleen
Where is Paleen located?
Paleen village is located in Nurpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paleen?
The Gram Panchayat of Paleen is Punder.
What is the pincode of Paleen?
The pincode of Paleen is 176202.
What is the population of Paleen?
Paleen has a total population of 175, including 88 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Paleen?
There are 36 households in Paleen.
What is the literacy rate in Paleen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paleen is 64.00%. Male literacy is 76.14% and female literacy is 51.72%.