Palag
Palag is a village located in Seoni tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Seoni. Seoni is the sub-district headquarter of Palag village. As per 2009 stats, Dumehar is the gram panchayat of Palag village.
Here you can discover what makes Palag unique in its vibrant Seoni-Shimla region. You’ll see Palag’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Palag
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palag is 024125. The village spans a total geographical area of 65.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171018. Seoni is nearest town to Palag village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Palag 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 Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palag
Population of Palag
According to the 2011 Census, Palag has a total population of about 169, with approximately 79 males and 90 females. The sex ratio is around 1139 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 20 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.64%, with male literacy at about 83.54% and female literacy near 55.56%. There are around 33 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palag's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 79 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 116 | 66 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 13 | 40 |
Connectivity of Palag
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palag. As per the 2011 stats, Palag 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palag
Knowing the nearby villages of Palag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palag.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palag
- Where is Palag located?
- Palag village is situated in Seoni Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palag?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palag is Dumehar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palag?
- The pincode of Palag is 171018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palag is 169, with 79 males and 90 females.
- How many households are there in Palag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palag village has a total of 33 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palag as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palag is 68.64%. The male literacy rate is 83.54%, while the female literacy rate is 55.56%.