Palag - Jalog, Shimla
Palag is a village situated in the Jalog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Shimla. Dumehar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palag is 024125. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.11 hectares and falls under the 171019 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Palag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palag
According to the 2011 Census, Palag village had a total population of 169 people, including 79 males and 90 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,139 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.85%, with male literacy at 94.29% and female literacy at 63.29%.
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 | 169 | 79 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 66 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 13 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Palag
Palag 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 Palag
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Palag.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shimla to Palag is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palag
Where is Palag located?
Palag village is located in Jalog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palag?
The Gram Panchayat of Palag is Dumehar.
What is the pincode of Palag?
The pincode of Palag is 171019.
What is the population of Palag?
Palag had a total population of 169, including 79 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Palag?
Palag had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palag was 77.85%. Male literacy was 94.29% and female literacy was 63.29%.