Palson - Bageshwar
Palson is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Palson village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palson is 051080. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.06 hectares and falls under the 263619 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Palson village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palson
According to the 2011 Census, Palson village had a total population of 217 people, including 108 males and 109 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.89%, with male literacy at 92.22% and female literacy at 68.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 217 | 108 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 83 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 25 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Palson
Palson 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 Palson
Palson is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bageshwar to Palson is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palson
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palson village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palson
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palson 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Palson
Where is Palson located?
Palson village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palson?
Palson is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palson?
The pincode of Palson is 263619.
What is the population of Palson?
Palson had a total population of 217, including 108 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Palson?
Palson had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palson?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palson was 79.89%. Male literacy was 92.22% and female literacy was 68.69%.