Palakwah Khas - Haroli, Una
Palakwah Khas is a village situated in the Haroli tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Palakwah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palakwah Khas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palakwah Khas is 018849. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.76 hectares and falls under the 177220 pincode. Una is the nearest town.
Palakwah Khas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palakwah Khas
As per Census 2011, Palakwah Khas village has a total population of 1,854 people, consisting of 914 males and 940 females. The village has 401 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,408 literate and 446 illiterate residents. Additionally, 483 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palakwah Khas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,854 | 914 | 940 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 127 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 483 | 231 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,408 | 734 | 674 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 180 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Palakwah Khas
Palakwah Khas 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 Palakwah Khas
Palakwah Khas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Palakwah Khas.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Palakwah Khas is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palakwah Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palakwah Khas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palakwah Khas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palakwah Khas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palakwah Khas
Where is Palakwah Khas located?
Palakwah Khas village is located in Haroli Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palakwah Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of Palakwah Khas is Palakwah.
What is the pincode of Palakwah Khas?
The pincode of Palakwah Khas is 177220.
What is the population of Palakwah Khas?
Palakwah Khas has a total population of 1,854, including 914 males and 940 females.
How many households are there in Palakwah Khas?
There are 401 households in Palakwah Khas.
What is the literacy rate in Palakwah Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palakwah Khas is 75.94%. Male literacy is 80.31% and female literacy is 71.70%.