Palakwah Nichala - Haroli, Una
Palakwah Nichala is a village situated in the Haroli tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Karampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palakwah Nichala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palakwah Nichala is 018853. The village covers a total geographical area of 428.5 hectares and falls under the 177220 pincode. Una is the nearest town.
Palakwah Nichala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Nichala
According to the 2011 Census, Palakwah Nichala village had a total population of 1,121 people, including 574 males and 547 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.37%, with male literacy at 86.03% and female literacy at 74.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 1,121 | 574 | 547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 790 | 431 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 143 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Palakwah Nichala
Palakwah Nichala 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 Nichala
Palakwah Nichala 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 Una to Palakwah Nichala 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 Nichala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palakwah Nichala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Palakwah Nichala
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 Nichala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palakwah Nichala
Where is Palakwah Nichala located?
Palakwah Nichala village is located in Haroli Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palakwah Nichala?
The Gram Panchayat of Palakwah Nichala is Karampur.
What is the pincode of Palakwah Nichala?
The pincode of Palakwah Nichala is 177220.
What is the population of Palakwah Nichala?
Palakwah Nichala had a total population of 1,121, including 574 males and 547 females.
How many households are there in Palakwah Nichala?
Palakwah Nichala had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palakwah Nichala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palakwah Nichala was 80.37%. Male literacy was 86.03% and female literacy was 74.48%.