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
As per Census 2011, Palaun village has a total population of 172 people, consisting of 86 males and 86 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 114 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palaun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 172 | 86 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| 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 has a total population of 172, including 86 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Palaun?
There are 36 households in Palaun.
What is the literacy rate in Palaun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palaun is 66.28%. Male literacy is 70.93% and female literacy is 61.63%.