Palingi (34/1) - Nichar, Kinnaur
Palingi (34/1) is a village situated in the Nichar tehsil of Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Ponda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palingi (34/1) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palingi (34/1) is 027160. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.88 hectares and falls under the 172115 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Palingi (34/1) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kinnaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palingi (34/1)
As per Census 2011, Palingi (34/1) village has a total population of 463 people, consisting of 274 males and 189 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 689 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 359 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 191 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palingi (34/1) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 463 | 274 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 103 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 236 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 38 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Palingi (34/1)
Palingi (34/1) 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 Palingi (34/1)
Palingi (34/1) 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 Reckong Peo to Palingi (34/1) is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palingi (34/1)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palingi (34/1) 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palingi (34/1)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palingi (34/1) 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palingi (34/1)
Where is Palingi (34/1) located?
Palingi (34/1) village is located in Nichar Tehsil, Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palingi (34/1)?
The Gram Panchayat of Palingi (34/1) is Ponda.
What is the pincode of Palingi (34/1)?
The pincode of Palingi (34/1) is 172115.
What is the population of Palingi (34/1)?
Palingi (34/1) has a total population of 463, including 274 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Palingi (34/1)?
There are 176 households in Palingi (34/1).
What is the literacy rate in Palingi (34/1)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palingi (34/1) is 77.54%. Male literacy is 86.13% and female literacy is 65.08%.