Paloora - Rajpura, Samba
Paloora is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Samba and around 17 km from Samba. Madoon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paloora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paloora is 006638. The village covers a total geographical area of 206 hectares and falls under the 184121 pincode.
Paloora 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 Paloora
According to the 2011 Census, Paloora village had a total population of 882 people, including 458 males and 424 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.93%, with male literacy at 87.09% and female literacy at 74.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 882 | 458 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 63 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 624 | 344 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 114 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Paloora
Paloora 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 Paloora
Paloora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Paloora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Samba to Paloora is about 17 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 Paloora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paloora 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 Paloora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paloora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paloora
Where is Paloora located?
Paloora village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paloora?
The Gram Panchayat of Paloora is Madoon.
What is the pincode of Paloora?
The pincode of Paloora is 184121.
What is the population of Paloora?
Paloora had a total population of 882, including 458 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Paloora?
Paloora had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paloora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paloora was 80.93%. Male literacy was 87.09% and female literacy was 74.47%.