Palyar Doyam - Sunni, Shimla
Palyar Doyam is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 53 km from Shimla. Gharyana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palyar Doyam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palyar Doyam is 024054. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.37 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Palyar Doyam 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 Palyar Doyam
According to the 2011 Census, Palyar Doyam village had a total population of 384 people, including 179 males and 205 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.82%, with male literacy at 87.58% and female literacy at 72.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213.
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 | 384 | 179 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 18 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 103 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 141 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 38 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Palyar Doyam
Palyar Doyam 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 Palyar Doyam
Palyar Doyam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Palyar Doyam is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palyar Doyam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palyar Doyam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palyar Doyam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palyar Doyam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palyar Doyam
Where is Palyar Doyam located?
Palyar Doyam village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palyar Doyam?
The Gram Panchayat of Palyar Doyam is Gharyana.
What is the pincode of Palyar Doyam?
The pincode of Palyar Doyam is 171301.
What is the population of Palyar Doyam?
Palyar Doyam had a total population of 384, including 179 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Palyar Doyam?
Palyar Doyam had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palyar Doyam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palyar Doyam was 79.82%. Male literacy was 87.58% and female literacy was 72.51%.