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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Paloh village has a total population of 430 people, consisting of 220 males and 210 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 334 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paloh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 220 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 120 | 114 |
| 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 has a total population of 430, including 220 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Paloh?
There are 81 households in Paloh.
What is the literacy rate in Paloh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paloh is 77.67%. Male literacy is 84.09% and female literacy is 70.95%.