Palkari - Arki, Solan
Palkari is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Chaiyandhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palkari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palkari is 020215. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Palkari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palkari
According to the 2011 Census, Palkari village had a total population of 126 people, including 68 males and 58 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 92.06% and female literacy at 85.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 126 | 68 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 58 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 10 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Palkari
Palkari 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 Palkari
Palkari 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 | 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 Solan to Palkari is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palkari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palkari 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palkari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palkari 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 Palkari
Where is Palkari located?
Palkari village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palkari?
The Gram Panchayat of Palkari is Chaiyandhar.
What is the pincode of Palkari?
The pincode of Palkari is 173208.
What is the population of Palkari?
Palkari had a total population of 126, including 68 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Palkari?
Palkari had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palkari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palkari was 88.89%. Male literacy was 92.06% and female literacy was 85.19%.