Palhallan - Pattan, Baramulla
Palhallan is a village situated in the Pattan tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from Pattan and around 26 km from Baramulla. Palhalan-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palhallan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palhallan is 002329. The village covers a total geographical area of 971.3 hectares and falls under the 193121 pincode. Pattan is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Palhallan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pattan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palhallan
According to the 2011 Census, Palhallan village had a total population of 14,206 people, including 7,399 males and 6,807 females, living in 2,062 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.39%, with male literacy at 63.94% and female literacy at 46.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,206 | 7,399 | 6,807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,593 | 1,451 | 1,142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 6,432 | 3,803 | 2,629 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,774 | 3,596 | 4,178 |
Nearby Villages of Palhallan
Palhallan 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 Palhallan
Palhallan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Palhallan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattan to Palhallan is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Palhallan is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palhallan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palhallan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palhallan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palhallan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Palhallan
Where is Palhallan located?
Palhallan village is located in Pattan Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palhallan?
The Gram Panchayat of Palhallan is Palhalan-a.
What is the pincode of Palhallan?
The pincode of Palhallan is 193121.
What is the population of Palhallan?
Palhallan had a total population of 14,206, including 7,399 males and 6,807 females.
How many households are there in Palhallan?
Palhallan had 2,062 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palhallan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palhallan was 55.39%. Male literacy was 63.94% and female literacy was 46.41%.