Paloh - Amb, Una
Paloh is a village situated in the Amb tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Suri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paloh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paloh is 018286. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.24 hectares and falls under the 177039 pincode. Una is the nearest town.
Paloh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chintpurni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paloh
According to the 2011 Census, Paloh village had a total population of 430 people, including 220 males and 210 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.21%, with male literacy at 93.91% and female literacy at 80.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 234.
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 | 430 | 220 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 120 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 185 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 35 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Paloh
Paloh 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 Paloh
Paloh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Paloh is about 40 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 Paloh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paloh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paloh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paloh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paloh
Where is Paloh located?
Paloh village is located in Amb Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paloh?
The Gram Panchayat of Paloh is Suri.
What is the pincode of Paloh?
The pincode of Paloh is 177039.
What is the population of Paloh?
Paloh had a total population of 430, including 220 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Paloh?
Paloh had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paloh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paloh was 87.21%. Male literacy was 93.91% and female literacy was 80.11%.