Paljara (188/1) - Taklech, Shimla
Paljara (188/1) is a village situated in the Taklech tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 132 km from Shimla. Bahli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paljara (188/1) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paljara (188/1) is 023649. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.32 hectares and falls under the 172022 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Paljara (188/1) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paljara (188/1)
According to the 2011 Census, Paljara (188/1) village had a total population of 610 people, including 316 males and 294 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.66%, with male literacy at 91.04% and female literacy at 69.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 610 | 316 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 254 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 62 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Paljara (188/1)
Paljara (188/1) 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 Paljara (188/1)
Paljara (188/1) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Paljara (188/1) is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paljara (188/1)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paljara (188/1) 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Paljara (188/1)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paljara (188/1) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paljara (188/1)
Where is Paljara (188/1) located?
Paljara (188/1) village is located in Taklech Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paljara (188/1)?
The Gram Panchayat of Paljara (188/1) is Bahli.
What is the pincode of Paljara (188/1)?
The pincode of Paljara (188/1) is 172022.
What is the population of Paljara (188/1)?
Paljara (188/1) had a total population of 610, including 316 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Paljara (188/1)?
Paljara (188/1) had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paljara (188/1)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paljara (188/1) was 80.66%. Male literacy was 91.04% and female literacy was 69.70%.