Palar - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Palar is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Palar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palar is 040344. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.58 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Palar 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 Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palar
According to the 2011 Census, Palar village had a total population of 648 people, including 339 males and 309 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.89%, with male literacy at 88.47% and female literacy at 57.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117.
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 | 648 | 339 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 65 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 261 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 78 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Palar
Palar 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 Palar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Palar.
| 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 Barkot to Palar is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Palar is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Palar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palar
Where is Palar located?
Palar village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palar?
Palar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palar?
The pincode of Palar is 249141.
What is the population of Palar?
Palar had a total population of 648, including 339 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Palar?
Palar had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palar was 73.89%. Male literacy was 88.47% and female literacy was 57.84%.