Palah

Palah is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Palah village is also a gram panchayat.

Palah has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Palah

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palah is 027691. The village spans a total geographical area of 175 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 405026. Pathankot is nearest town to Palah village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Palah

Below is a concise population overview of Palah as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 553 294 259
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 62 34 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) 286 149 137
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 346 197 149
Illiterate Population 207 97 110

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palah village:

  • The total population of Palah village is around 553, including approximately 294 males and 259 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Palah village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palah village has 286 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palah village is about 62.57%, with male literacy at 67.01% and female literacy at 57.53%.
  • There are around 109 households in Palah village.

Connectivity of Palah

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palah. As per the 2011 stats, Palah had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palah

Knowing the nearby villages of Palah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palah.

Sarota Kot Bhattian Balotar Dulo Bhalial Gohla Dhalatar Bhupalpur Kotli Jawahar Dhinda Sakol Khojki Chak

Frequently Asked Questions about Palah

Where is Palah located?
Palah village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palah?
Palah serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Palah?
The pincode of Palah is 405026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palah is 553, with 294 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Palah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palah village has a total of 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palah is 62.57%. The male literacy rate is 67.01%, while the female literacy rate is 57.53%.