Purani Palam
About Purani Palam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purani Palam village is 011875. Purani Palam village is located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 43km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Purani Palam village. As per 2009 stats, Padiar Khar is the gram panchayat of Purani Palam village.
The total geographical area of village is 62.78 hectares. Purani Palam has a total population of 676 peoples, out of which male population is 338 while female population is 338. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purani palam village is 64.94% out of which 75.44% males and 54.44% females are literate. There are about 142 houses in purani palam village. Pincode of purani palam village locality is 176061.
When it comes to administration, Purani Palam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Purani Palam village comes under Palampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Palampur is nearest town to purani palam village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Purani Palam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 676 | 338 | 338 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 255 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 83 | 154 |
Connectivity of Purani Palam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purani Palam
Where is Purani Palam located?
Purani Palam village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purani Palam?
The Gram Panchayat of Purani Palam is Padiar Khar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purani Palam?
The pincode of Purani Palam is 176061, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purani Palam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purani Palam is 676, with 338 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Purani Palam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purani Palam village has a total of 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purani Palam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purani Palam is 64.94%. The male literacy rate is 75.44%, while the female literacy rate is 54.44%.