Palnoo - Majalta, Udhampur
Palnoo is a village situated in the Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majalta and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Palnoo village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palnoo is 005152. The village covers a total geographical area of 560.1 hectares and falls under the 182127 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Palnoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palnoo
According to the 2011 Census, Palnoo village had a total population of 1,424 people, including 752 males and 672 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.50%, with male literacy at 74.57% and female literacy at 57.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 361, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 142.
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 | 1,424 | 752 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 115 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 192 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 806 | 475 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 277 | 341 |
Nearby Villages of Palnoo
Palnoo 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 Palnoo
Public transport in the Palnoo is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udhampur to Palnoo is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Palnoo 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 Palnoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palnoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palnoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palnoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palnoo
Where is Palnoo located?
Palnoo village is located in Majalta Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Palnoo?
Palnoo is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palnoo?
The pincode of Palnoo is 182127.
What is the population of Palnoo?
Palnoo had a total population of 1,424, including 752 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Palnoo?
Palnoo had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palnoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palnoo was 66.50%. Male literacy was 74.57% and female literacy was 57.57%.