Palchan
About Palchan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palchan village is 012658. Palchan village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 176.81 hectares. Palchan has a total population of 1,241 peoples, out of which male population is 674 while female population is 567. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 841 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palchan village is 71.72% out of which 78.49% males and 63.67% females are literate. There are about 280 houses in palchan village. Pincode of palchan village locality is 175131.
Manali is nearest town to palchan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Palchan
The population details of Palchan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,241 | 674 | 567 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 131 | 75 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 94 | 54 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 890 | 529 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 145 | 206 |
Connectivity of Palchan
| 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 |
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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%.