Purani Palam - Palampur, Kangra
Purani Palam is a village situated in the Palampur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Padhiarkhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purani Palam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purani Palam is 011875. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.78 hectares and falls under the 176059 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Purani Palam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purani Palam
As per Census 2011, Purani Palam village has a total population of 676 people, consisting of 338 males and 338 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 439 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 311 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 131 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purani Palam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 676 | 338 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 158 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 58 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 255 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 83 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Purani Palam
Purani Palam 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 Purani Palam
Purani Palam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Purani Palam.
| 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 Purani Palam is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purani Palam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purani Palam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purani Palam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purani Palam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purani Palam
Where is Purani Palam located?
Purani Palam village is located in Palampur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purani Palam?
The Gram Panchayat of Purani Palam is Padhiarkhar.
What is the pincode of Purani Palam?
The pincode of Purani Palam is 176059.
What is the population of Purani Palam?
Purani Palam has a total population of 676, including 338 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Purani Palam?
There are 142 households in Purani Palam.
What is the literacy rate in Purani Palam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purani Palam is 64.94%. Male literacy is 75.44% and female literacy is 54.44%.