Palyani - Darlaghat, Solan
Palyani is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhundan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palyani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palyani is 020432. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.24 hectares and falls under the 173235 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Palyani 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 Palyani
According to the 2011 Census, Palyani village had a total population of 142 people, including 70 males and 72 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.98%, with male literacy at 91.94% and female literacy at 86.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 57 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 13 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Palyani
Palyani 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 Palyani
Palyani 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 Solan to Palyani is about 60 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 Palyani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palyani 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Palyani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palyani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palyani
Where is Palyani located?
Palyani village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palyani?
The Gram Panchayat of Palyani is Dhundan.
What is the pincode of Palyani?
The pincode of Palyani is 173235.
What is the population of Palyani?
Palyani had a total population of 142, including 70 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Palyani?
Palyani had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palyani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palyani was 88.98%. Male literacy was 91.94% and female literacy was 86.15%.