Nal - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Nal is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Raghunath Pura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nal is 019785. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.37 hectares and falls under the 174005 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Nal 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 Nal
According to the 2011 Census, Nal village had a total population of 261 people, including 129 males and 132 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.83%, with male literacy at 90.52% and female literacy at 77.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 261 | 129 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 105 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 24 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Nal
Nal 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 Nal
Nal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Nal is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nal
Where is Nal located?
Nal village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nal?
The Gram Panchayat of Nal is Raghunath Pura.
What is the pincode of Nal?
The pincode of Nal is 174005.
What is the population of Nal?
Nal had a total population of 261, including 129 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Nal?
Nal had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nal was 83.83%. Male literacy was 90.52% and female literacy was 77.31%.