Palela - Rey, Kangra
Palela is a village situated in the Rey tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 137 km from Dharmsala. Diana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palela is 008861. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.39 hectares and falls under the 176058 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Palela 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 Palela
According to the 2011 Census, Palela village had a total population of 19 people, including 11 males and 8 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 727 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.35%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Palela
Palela 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 Palela
Palela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Palela is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palela
Where is Palela located?
Palela village is located in Rey Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palela?
The Gram Panchayat of Palela is Diana.
What is the pincode of Palela?
The pincode of Palela is 176058.
What is the population of Palela?
Palela had a total population of 19, including 11 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Palela?
Palela had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palela was 82.35%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 75.00%.