Palam - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Palam is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 70 km from Narendra Nagar and around 35 km from New Tehri. Plam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palam is 044348. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.96 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Palam 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palam
According to the 2011 Census, Palam village had a total population of 461 people, including 218 males and 243 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,115 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.19%, with male literacy at 90.37% and female literacy at 59.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 461 | 218 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 62 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 169 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 49 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Palam
Palam 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 Palam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Palam.
| 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 Tehri to Palam is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Palam is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palam 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palam
Where is Palam located?
Palam village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palam?
The Gram Panchayat of Palam is Plam.
What is the pincode of Palam?
The pincode of Palam is 249146.
What is the population of Palam?
Palam had a total population of 461, including 218 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Palam?
Palam had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palam was 74.19%. Male literacy was 90.37% and female literacy was 59.91%.