Palah - Mamlig, Solan
Palah is a village situated in the Mamlig tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Solan. Podhna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palah is 022336. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.51 hectares and falls under the 173222 pincode. Sabathu is the nearest town.
Palah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palah
According to the 2011 Census, Palah village had a total population of 169 people, including 79 males and 90 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,139 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.19%, with male literacy at 92.65% and female literacy at 86.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 169 | 79 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 63 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 16 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Palah
Palah 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 Palah
Palah 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 Palah is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palah
Where is Palah located?
Palah village is located in Mamlig Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palah?
The Gram Panchayat of Palah is Podhna.
What is the pincode of Palah?
The pincode of Palah is 173222.
What is the population of Palah?
Palah had a total population of 169, including 79 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Palah?
Palah had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palah was 89.19%. Male literacy was 92.65% and female literacy was 86.25%.