Palen - Dugnakuri, Bageshwar
Palen is a village situated in the Dugnakuri tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Bageshwar and around 28 km from Bageshwar. Palayan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palen is 051091. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.44 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Palen 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 Palen
According to the 2011 Census, Palen village had a total population of 149 people, including 59 males and 90 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,525 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.24%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 64.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 149 | 59 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 44 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 15 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Palen
Palen 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 Palen
Public transport in the Palen is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Palen is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palen
Where is Palen located?
Palen village is located in Dugnakuri Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palen?
The Gram Panchayat of Palen is Palayan.
What is the pincode of Palen?
The pincode of Palen is 263634.
What is the population of Palen?
Palen had a total population of 149, including 59 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Palen?
Palen had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palen was 74.24%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 64.29%.