Palo - Theog, Shimla
Palo is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kot-shilaroo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palo is 024967. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Palo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Palo
According to the 2011 Census, Palo village had a total population of 264 people, including 137 males and 127 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.19%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 68.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 264 | 137 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 100 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 37 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Palo
Palo 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 Palo
Palo 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 | 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 Palo is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palo 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 Palo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palo 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palo
Where is Palo located?
Palo village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palo?
The Gram Panchayat of Palo is Kot-shilaroo.
What is the pincode of Palo?
The pincode of Palo is 171201.
What is the population of Palo?
Palo had a total population of 264, including 137 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Palo?
Palo had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palo was 76.19%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 68.47%.