Palhoon

Palhoon is a village located in Jogindarnagar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 62km away from district headquarter Jogindarnagar. Jogindarnagar is the sub-district headquarter of Palhoon village. As per 2009 stats, Masauli Drg is the gram panchayat of Palhoon village.

Palhoon has its own place in the vibrant Mandi 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 Palhoon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palhoon is 013404. The village spans a total geographical area of 47.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176120. Jogindarnagar is nearest town to Palhoon village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Palhoon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Palhoon

Below is a concise population overview of Palhoon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 549 280 269
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 57 29 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) 63 31 32
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 2 N/A
Literate Population 417 229 188
Illiterate Population 132 51 81

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palhoon village:

  • The total population of Palhoon village is around 549, including approximately 280 males and 269 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 57 children aged 0–6 years in Palhoon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palhoon village has 63 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palhoon village is about 75.96%, with male literacy at 81.79% and female literacy at 69.89%.
  • There are around 146 households in Palhoon village.

Connectivity of Palhoon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palhoon. As per the 2011 stats, Palhoon 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Palhoon

Knowing the nearby villages of Palhoon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palhoon.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Palhoon

Where is Palhoon located?
Palhoon village is situated in Jogindarnagar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palhoon?
The Gram Panchayat of Palhoon is Masauli Drg (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Palhoon?
The pincode of Palhoon is 176120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palhoon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palhoon is 549, with 280 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Palhoon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palhoon village has a total of 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palhoon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palhoon is 75.96%. The male literacy rate is 81.79%, while the female literacy rate is 69.89%.