Palghech - Nohra, Sirmaur
Palghech is a village situated in the Nohra tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghanduri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palghech village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palghech is 022653. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.87 hectares and falls under the 173104 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Palghech village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palghech
According to the 2011 Census, Palghech village had a total population of 376 people, including 186 males and 190 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.90%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 72.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 239.
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 | 376 | 186 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 118 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 132 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 54 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Palghech
Palghech 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 Palghech
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Palghech.
| 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 Nahan to Palghech is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palghech
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palghech village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palghech
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palghech 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palghech
Where is Palghech located?
Palghech village is located in Nohra Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palghech?
The Gram Panchayat of Palghech is Ghanduri.
What is the pincode of Palghech?
The pincode of Palghech is 173104.
What is the population of Palghech?
Palghech had a total population of 376, including 186 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Palghech?
Palghech had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palghech?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palghech was 78.90%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 72.08%.