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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Palail village had a total population of 1,483 people, including 801 males and 682 females, living in 310 households. The sex ratio was 851 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.96%, with male literacy at 85.23% and female literacy at 62.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 276, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 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 Halqa Panchayat of Palail?
The Halqa Panchayat of Palail is Plail.
What is the pincode of Palail?
The pincode of Palail is 184202.
What is the population of Palail?
Palail had a total population of 1,483, including 801 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Palail?
Palail had 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palail was 74.96%. Male literacy was 85.23% and female literacy was 62.88%.