Paltu - Nihri, Mandi
Paltu is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Rohanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paltu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paltu is 015543. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.91 hectares and falls under the 175031 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Paltu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paltu
According to the 2011 Census, Paltu village had a total population of 49 people, including 26 males and 23 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.72%, with male literacy at 96.00% and female literacy at 59.09%.
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 | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 2 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Paltu
Paltu 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 Paltu
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Paltu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Paltu is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paltu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paltu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paltu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paltu 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paltu
Where is Paltu located?
Paltu village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paltu?
The Gram Panchayat of Paltu is Rohanda.
What is the pincode of Paltu?
The pincode of Paltu is 175031.
What is the population of Paltu?
Paltu had a total population of 49, including 26 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Paltu?
Paltu had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paltu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paltu was 78.72%. Male literacy was 96.00% and female literacy was 59.09%.