Palah - Rey, Kangra
Palah is a village situated in the Rey tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 155 km from Dharmsala. Tatwali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palah is 008864. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.27 hectares and falls under the 176058 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Palah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palah
According to the 2011 Census, Palah village had a total population of 383 people, including 198 males and 185 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.51%, with male literacy at 82.56% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 383 | 198 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 142 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 56 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Palah
Palah 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 Palah
Palah 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 Palah is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palah 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palah 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palah
Where is Palah located?
Palah village is located in Rey Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palah?
The Gram Panchayat of Palah is Tatwali.
What is the pincode of Palah?
The pincode of Palah is 176058.
What is the population of Palah?
Palah had a total population of 383, including 198 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Palah?
Palah had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palah was 76.51%. Male literacy was 82.56% and female literacy was 70.00%.