Riana Palatiyan - Pragpur, Kangra
Riana Palatiyan is a village situated in the Pragpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Dharmsala. Maniala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Riana Palatiyan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Riana Palatiyan is 010738. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.19 hectares and falls under the 177108 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Riana Palatiyan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Riana Palatiyan
According to the 2011 Census, Riana Palatiyan village had a total population of 100 people, including 43 males and 57 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,326 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.68%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 92.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 100 | 43 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 38 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Riana Palatiyan
Riana Palatiyan 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 Riana Palatiyan
Riana Palatiyan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Riana Palatiyan 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.
Banking and Postal Services in Riana Palatiyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Riana Palatiyan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Riana Palatiyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Riana Palatiyan 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 Riana Palatiyan
Where is Riana Palatiyan located?
Riana Palatiyan village is located in Pragpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Riana Palatiyan?
The Gram Panchayat of Riana Palatiyan is Maniala.
What is the pincode of Riana Palatiyan?
The pincode of Riana Palatiyan is 177108.
What is the population of Riana Palatiyan?
Riana Palatiyan had a total population of 100, including 43 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Riana Palatiyan?
Riana Palatiyan had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Riana Palatiyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Riana Palatiyan was 93.68%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 92.73%.