Palarn
Palarn is a village located in Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Ramnagar (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Udhamour. As per 2009 stats, Katheel Ganju is the gram panchayat of Palarn village.
Here you can discover what makes Palarn unique in its vibrant Ramnagar-Udhampur region. You’ll see Palarn’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 Palarn
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palarn is 005079. The village spans a total geographical area of 65.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182122. Ramnagar is nearest town to Palarn village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Palarn
Population of Palarn
According to the 2011 Census, Palarn has a total population of about 278, with approximately 145 males and 133 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 54 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 86 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.12%, with male literacy at about 66.21% and female literacy near 45.11%. There are around 41 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palarn's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 145 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 156 | 96 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 49 | 73 |
Connectivity of Palarn
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palarn. As per the 2011 stats, Palarn had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palarn
Knowing the nearby villages of Palarn helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palarn.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palarn
- Where is Palarn located?
- Palarn village is situated in Ramnagar Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palarn?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palarn is Katheel Ganju (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palarn?
- The pincode of Palarn is 182122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palarn as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palarn is 278, with 145 males and 133 females.
- How many households are there in Palarn as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palarn village has a total of 41 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palarn as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palarn is 56.12%. The male literacy rate is 66.21%, while the female literacy rate is 45.11%.