Paluka
Paluka is a village located in Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 44km away from sub-district headquarter Barkot (tehsildar office) and 106km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Paluka village is also a gram panchayat.
Paluka has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Paluka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paluka is 040419. The village spans a total geographical area of 77.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249171. Barkot is nearest town to Paluka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
Google Map of Paluka
Population of Paluka
Below is a concise population overview of Paluka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 89 | 44 | 45 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 54 | 33 | 21 |
Illiterate Population | 35 | 11 | 24 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paluka village:
- The total population of Paluka village is around 89, including approximately 44 males and 45 females, with a sex ratio of 1022 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 6 children aged 0–6 years in Paluka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Paluka village has 25 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Paluka village is about 60.67%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 46.67%.
- There are around 16 households in Paluka village.
Connectivity of Paluka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paluka. As per the 2011 stats, Paluka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paluka
Knowing the nearby villages of Paluka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paluka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paluka
- Where is Paluka located?
- Paluka village is situated in Rajgarhi Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paluka?
- Paluka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Paluka?
- The pincode of Paluka is 249171, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paluka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paluka is 89, with 44 males and 45 females.
- How many households are there in Paluka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paluka village has a total of 16 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paluka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paluka is 60.67%. The male literacy rate is 75.00%, while the female literacy rate is 46.67%.