Palam - Rajouri
Palam is a village situated in the Rajouri tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Rajouri and around 7 km from Rajouri. Palam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palam is 001370. The village covers a total geographical area of 487.2 hectares and falls under the 185132 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Palam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palam
As per Census 2011, Palam village has a total population of 2,919 people, consisting of 1,869 males and 1,050 females. The village has 477 households and a sex ratio of 561 females per 1,000 males. There are 397 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,967 literate and 952 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 982 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,919 | 1,869 | 1,050 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 397 | 215 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 67 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 982 | 533 | 449 |
| Literate Population | 1,967 | 1,464 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 952 | 405 | 547 |
Nearby Villages of Palam
Palam 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 Palam
Palam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rajouri to Palam is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palam
Where is Palam located?
Palam village is located in Rajouri Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palam?
Palam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palam?
The pincode of Palam is 185132.
What is the population of Palam?
Palam has a total population of 2,919, including 1,869 males and 1,050 females.
How many households are there in Palam?
There are 477 households in Palam.
What is the literacy rate in Palam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palam is 67.39%. Male literacy is 78.33% and female literacy is 47.90%.