Palooni
Palooni is a village located in Roorkee tehsil of Hardwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Roorkee (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Hardwar. As per 2009 stats, Nangal Palooni is the gram panchayat of Palooni village.
Here you can discover what makes Palooni unique in its vibrant Roorkee-Hardwar region. You’ll see Palooni’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Palooni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palooni is 056364. The village spans a total geographical area of 224.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 247661. Roorkee is nearest town to Palooni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palooni village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pirankaliyar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hardwar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palooni
Population of Palooni
According to the 2011 Census, Palooni has a total population of about 1,127, with approximately 594 males and 533 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 226 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 375 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.73%, with male literacy at about 61.45% and female literacy near 40.90%. There are around 177 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palooni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,127 | 594 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 124 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 200 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 583 | 365 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 229 | 315 |
Connectivity of Palooni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palooni. As per the 2011 stats, Palooni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palooni
Knowing the nearby villages of Palooni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palooni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palooni
- Where is Palooni located?
- Palooni village is situated in Roorkee Tehsil, within the Hardwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palooni?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palooni is Nangal Palooni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palooni?
- The pincode of Palooni is 247661, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palooni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palooni is 1,127, with 594 males and 533 females.
- How many households are there in Palooni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palooni village has a total of 177 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palooni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palooni is 51.73%. The male literacy rate is 61.45%, while the female literacy rate is 40.90%.