Palashala - Rajgarh, Sirmaur
Palashala is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Karganoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palashala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palashala is 022579. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.92 hectares and falls under the 173223 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Palashala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palashala
As per Census 2011, Palashala village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 118 males and 106 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palashala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 118 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 93 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 68 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 50 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Palashala
Palashala 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 Palashala
Public transport in the Palashala 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 Nahan to Palashala is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palashala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palashala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palashala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palashala 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 Palashala
Where is Palashala located?
Palashala village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palashala?
The Gram Panchayat of Palashala is Karganoo.
What is the pincode of Palashala?
The pincode of Palashala is 173223.
What is the population of Palashala?
Palashala has a total population of 224, including 118 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Palashala?
There are 47 households in Palashala.
What is the literacy rate in Palashala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palashala is 60.27%. Male literacy is 57.63% and female literacy is 63.21%.