Palchan
Palchan is a village located in Manali tehsil of Kullu district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Manali. Manali is the sub-district headquarter of Palchan village. As per 2009 stats, Palchan village is also a gram panchayat.
Palchan has its own place in the vibrant Kullu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Palchan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palchan is 012658. The village spans a total geographical area of 176.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175131. Manali is nearest town to Palchan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Palchan
Population of Palchan
Below is a concise population overview of Palchan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,241 | 674 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 75 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 54 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 890 | 529 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 145 | 206 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palchan village:
- The total population of Palchan village is around 1,241, including approximately 674 males and 567 females, with a sex ratio of 841 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 131 children aged 0–6 years in Palchan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palchan village has 94 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 33 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palchan village is about 71.72%, with male literacy at 78.49% and female literacy at 63.67%.
- There are around 280 households in Palchan village.
Connectivity of Palchan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palchan. As per the 2011 stats, Palchan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palchan
Knowing the nearby villages of Palchan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palchan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palchan
- Where is Palchan located?
- Palchan village is situated in Manali Tehsil, within the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palchan?
- Palchan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palchan?
- The pincode of Palchan is 175131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palchan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palchan is 1,241, with 674 males and 567 females.
- How many households are there in Palchan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palchan village has a total of 280 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palchan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palchan is 71.72%. The male literacy rate is 78.49%, while the female literacy rate is 63.67%.