Palnoo - Majalta, Udhampur
Palnoo is a village situated in the Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majalta and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Palnoo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palnoo is 005152. The village covers a total geographical area of 560.1 hectares and falls under the 182127 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Palnoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palnoo
As per Census 2011, Palnoo village has a total population of 1,424 people, consisting of 752 males and 672 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 806 literate and 618 illiterate residents. Additionally, 361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palnoo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,424 | 752 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 115 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 192 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 806 | 475 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 277 | 341 |
Nearby Villages of Palnoo
Palnoo 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 Palnoo
Public transport in the Palnoo is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Udhampur to Palnoo is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Palnoo is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palnoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palnoo 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palnoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palnoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palnoo
Where is Palnoo located?
Palnoo village is located in Majalta Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palnoo?
Palnoo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palnoo?
The pincode of Palnoo is 182127.
What is the population of Palnoo?
Palnoo has a total population of 1,424, including 752 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Palnoo?
There are 259 households in Palnoo.
What is the literacy rate in Palnoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palnoo is 56.60%. Male literacy is 63.16% and female literacy is 49.26%.