Palas
Palas is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Palas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Palas unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Palas’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 Palas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palas is 044016. The village spans a total geographical area of 199.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249145. Chamba is nearest town to Palas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palas 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 Tehri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palas
Population of Palas
According to the 2011 Census, Palas has a total population of about 424, with approximately 213 males and 211 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 47 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 31 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 67.45%, with male literacy at about 78.40% and female literacy near 56.40%. There are around 106 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 424 | 213 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 286 | 167 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 46 | 92 |
Connectivity of Palas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palas. As per the 2011 stats, Palas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palas
Knowing the nearby villages of Palas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palas
- Where is Palas located?
- Palas village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palas?
- Palas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palas?
- The pincode of Palas is 249145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palas is 424, with 213 males and 211 females.
- How many households are there in Palas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palas village has a total of 106 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palas is 67.45%. The male literacy rate is 78.40%, while the female literacy rate is 56.40%.