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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Palam village has a total population of 461 people, consisting of 218 males and 243 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 1,114 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 296 literate and 165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palam are given below:
| 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 | - | 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 has a total population of 461, including 218 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Palam?
There are 106 households in Palam.
What is the literacy rate in Palam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palam is 64.21%. Male literacy is 77.52% and female literacy is 52.26%.