Palakwah
Palakwah is a village located in Haroli tehsil of Una district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from district headquarter Haroli. Haroli is the sub-district headquarter of Palakwah village. As per 2009 stats, Palkwah is the gram panchayat of Palakwah village.
Here you can discover what makes Palakwah unique in its vibrant Haroli-Una region. You’ll see Palakwah’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Palakwah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palakwah is 018849. The village spans a total geographical area of 217.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177203. Una is nearest town to Palakwah village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Palakwah village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Haroli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palakwah
Population of Palakwah
According to the 2011 Census, Palakwah has a total population of about 1,854, with approximately 914 males and 940 females. The sex ratio is around 1028 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 235 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 483 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.94%, with male literacy at about 80.31% and female literacy near 71.70%. There are around 401 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palakwah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Palakwah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palakwah. As per the 2011 stats, Palakwah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palakwah
Knowing the nearby villages of Palakwah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palakwah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palakwah
- Where is Palakwah located?
- Palakwah village is situated in Haroli Tehsil, within the Una district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palakwah?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palakwah is Palkwah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palakwah?
- The pincode of Palakwah is 177203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palakwah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palakwah is 1,854, with 914 males and 940 females.
- How many households are there in Palakwah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palakwah village has a total of 401 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palakwah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palakwah is 75.94%. The male literacy rate is 80.31%, while the female literacy rate is 71.70%.