Palaun - Loharghat, Solan
Palaun is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Solan. Kiarkanaitan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palaun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palaun is 020569. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Palaun 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 Palaun
According to the 2011 Census, Palaun village had a total population of 172 people, including 86 males and 86 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.55%, with male literacy at 80.26% and female literacy at 67.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 172 | 86 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 25 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Palaun
Palaun 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 Palaun
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Palaun.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Palaun is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palaun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palaun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Palaun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palaun 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Palaun
Where is Palaun located?
Palaun village is located in Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palaun?
The Gram Panchayat of Palaun is Kiarkanaitan.
What is the pincode of Palaun?
The pincode of Palaun is 174102.
What is the population of Palaun?
Palaun had a total population of 172, including 86 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Palaun?
Palaun had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palaun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palaun was 73.55%. Male literacy was 80.26% and female literacy was 67.09%.