Palat - Theog, Shimla
Palat is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sarivan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palat is 025052. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.96 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Palat 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 Palat
As per Census 2011, Palat village has a total population of 25 people, consisting of 9 males and 16 females. The village has 5 households and a sex ratio of 1,777 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14 literate and 11 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Palat
Palat 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 Palat
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Palat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Palat is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palat 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 Palat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palat 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 Palat
Where is Palat located?
Palat village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palat?
The Gram Panchayat of Palat is Sarivan.
What is the pincode of Palat?
The pincode of Palat is 171201.
What is the population of Palat?
Palat has a total population of 25, including 9 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Palat?
There are 5 households in Palat.
What is the literacy rate in Palat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palat is 56.00%. Male literacy is 44.44% and female literacy is 62.50%.