Delag - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Delag is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Nichli Bhater serves as the Gram Panchayat for Delag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Delag is 019672. The village covers a total geographical area of 261 hectares and falls under the 174004 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Delag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Delag
According to the 2011 Census, Delag village had a total population of 1,367 people, including 695 males and 672 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.71%, with male literacy at 88.75% and female literacy at 70.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 791.
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 | 1,367 | 695 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 64 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 791 | 401 | 390 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 978 | 560 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 135 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Delag
Delag 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 Delag
Public transport in the Delag is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bilaspur to Delag is about 15 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 Delag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Delag 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Delag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Delag 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Delag
Where is Delag located?
Delag village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Delag?
The Gram Panchayat of Delag is Nichli Bhater.
What is the pincode of Delag?
The pincode of Delag is 174004.
What is the population of Delag?
Delag had a total population of 1,367, including 695 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Delag?
Delag had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Delag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Delag was 79.71%. Male literacy was 88.75% and female literacy was 70.13%.