Paloona - Rajpura, Samba
Paloona is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Samba and around 16 km from Samba. Sanoora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paloona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paloona is 006622. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 181145 pincode.
Paloona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paloona
According to the 2011 Census, Paloona village had a total population of 471 people, including 247 males and 224 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.90%, with male literacy at 87.38% and female literacy at 71.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 471 | 247 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 187 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 60 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Paloona
Paloona 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 Paloona
Paloona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Paloona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Samba to Paloona is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paloona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paloona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paloona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paloona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paloona
Where is Paloona located?
Paloona village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paloona?
The Gram Panchayat of Paloona is Sanoora.
What is the pincode of Paloona?
The pincode of Paloona is 181145.
What is the population of Paloona?
Paloona had a total population of 471, including 247 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Paloona?
Paloona had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paloona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paloona was 79.90%. Male literacy was 87.38% and female literacy was 71.86%.