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.

Palag has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 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.

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Population of Palag

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Palag village is around 169, including approximately 79 males and 90 females, with a sex ratio of 1139 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Palag village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Palag village is about 68.64%, with male literacy at 83.54% and female literacy at 55.56%.
  • There are around 33 households in Palag village.

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%.