Palam
About Palam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palam village is 001370. Palam village is located in Rajauri tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 7km away from Rajouri, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Palam village. As per 2009 stats, Palam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 487.2 hectares. Palam has a total population of 2,919 peoples, out of which male population is 1,869 while female population is 1,050. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 561 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palam village is 67.39% out of which 78.33% males and 47.90% females are literate. There are about 477 houses in palam village. Pincode of palam village locality is 185132.
Rajouri is nearest town to palam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Palam
The population details of Palam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,919 | 1,869 | 1,050 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 397 | 215 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 114 | 67 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 982 | 533 | 449 |
| Literate Population | 1,967 | 1,464 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 952 | 405 | 547 |
Connectivity of Palam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palam
Where is Palam located?
Palam village is situated in Rajauri Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palam?
Palam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Palam?
The pincode of Palam is 185132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palam is 2,919, with 1,869 males and 1,050 females.
How many households are there in Palam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palam village has a total of 477 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palam is 67.39%. The male literacy rate is 78.33%, while the female literacy rate is 47.90%.