Palas - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Palas is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 20 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Palas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palas is 044016. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.7 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Palas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palas
As per Census 2011, Palas village has a total population of 424 people, consisting of 213 males and 211 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 286 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 424 | 213 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 167 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 46 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Palas
Palas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagani Sera | East | 0.94 km |
| Katali Lagga Palas | North | 1.18 km |
| Kukar Bagi | East | 1.85 km |
| Than | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Matali | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Khetu | North | 2.41 km |
| Paturi | East | 2.60 km |
| Chamthar Gaon | North | 2.68 km |
| Kaund | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Narangi | North-East | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palas
Public transport in the Palas is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Palas is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Palas is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Palas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palas
Where is Palas located?
Palas village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palas?
Palas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palas?
The pincode of Palas is 249001.
What is the population of Palas?
Palas has a total population of 424, including 213 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Palas?
There are 106 households in Palas.
What is the literacy rate in Palas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palas is 67.45%. Male literacy is 78.40% and female literacy is 56.40%.