Palana - Theog, Shimla
Palana is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kamah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palana is 025071. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.82 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Palana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palana
According to the 2011 Census, Palana village had a total population of 180 people, including 96 males and 84 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.23%, with male literacy at 94.38% and female literacy at 70.51%.
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 | 180 | 96 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 84 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 12 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Palana
Palana 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 Palana
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Palana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Palana 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 Palana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palana 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 Palana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palana
Where is Palana located?
Palana village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palana?
The Gram Panchayat of Palana is Kamah.
What is the pincode of Palana?
The pincode of Palana is 171201.
What is the population of Palana?
Palana had a total population of 180, including 96 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Palana?
Palana had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palana was 83.23%. Male literacy was 94.38% and female literacy was 70.51%.