Palail - Mahanpur, Kathua
Palail is a village situated in the Mahanpur tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 28 km from Billawar and around 50 km from Kathua. Plail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palail is 001697. The village covers a total geographical area of 440 hectares and falls under the 184202 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Palail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palail
As per Census 2011, Palail village has a total population of 1,483 people, consisting of 801 males and 682 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 976 literate and 507 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,483 | 801 | 682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 97 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 151 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 976 | 600 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 507 | 201 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Palail
Palail 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 Palail
Palail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Billawar to Palail is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Palail 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 Palail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palail
Where is Palail located?
Palail village is located in Mahanpur Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palail?
The Gram Panchayat of Palail is Plail.
What is the pincode of Palail?
The pincode of Palail is 184202.
What is the population of Palail?
Palail has a total population of 1,483, including 801 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Palail?
There are 310 households in Palail.
What is the literacy rate in Palail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palail is 65.81%. Male literacy is 74.91% and female literacy is 55.13%.