Palet - Panjehra, Solan
Palet is a village situated in the Panjehra tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 148 km from Solan. Jukhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palet is 020721. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.43 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Palet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palet
As per Census 2011, Palet village has a total population of 216 people, consisting of 116 males and 100 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 216 | 116 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 95 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 21 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Palet
Palet 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 Palet
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Palet.
| 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 Palet is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palet
Where is Palet located?
Palet village is located in Panjehra Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palet?
The Gram Panchayat of Palet is Jukhari.
What is the pincode of Palet?
The pincode of Palet is 174101.
What is the population of Palet?
Palet has a total population of 216, including 116 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Palet?
There are 44 households in Palet.
What is the literacy rate in Palet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palet is 73.15%. Male literacy is 81.90% and female literacy is 63.00%.