Palahar

Palahar is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Palahar village is also a gram panchayat.

Palahar has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 Palahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palahar is 031328. The village spans a total geographical area of 274 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144224. Mukerian is nearest town to Palahar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Palahar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 902 453 449
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 133 80 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) 275 143 132
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 705 353 352
Illiterate Population 197 100 97

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

  • The total population of Palahar village is around 902, including approximately 453 males and 449 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 133 children aged 0–6 years in Palahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palahar village has 275 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Palahar village is about 78.16%, with male literacy at 77.92% and female literacy at 78.40%.
  • There are around 178 households in Palahar village.

Connectivity of Palahar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Palahar

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

Bering Dugral Dholal Bringli Bhol Kalota Basantpur Batwara Mangu Mera Sukhchainpur Bhol Badmanian Dharampur

Frequently Asked Questions about Palahar

Where is Palahar located?
Palahar village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palahar?
Palahar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Palahar?
The pincode of Palahar is 144224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palahar is 902, with 453 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Palahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palahar village has a total of 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palahar is 78.16%. The male literacy rate is 77.92%, while the female literacy rate is 78.40%.