Nalag - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Nalag is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Barmana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nalag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalag is 019730. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Nalag 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 Nalag
According to the 2011 Census, Nalag village had a total population of 780 people, including 403 males and 377 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.02%, with male literacy at 93.63% and female literacy at 84.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 375.
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 | 780 | 403 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 186 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 624 | 338 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 65 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Nalag
Nalag 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 Nalag
Nalag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Nalag has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Nalag is about 17 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 Nalag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nalag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nalag
Where is Nalag located?
Nalag village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nalag?
The Gram Panchayat of Nalag is Barmana.
What is the pincode of Nalag?
The pincode of Nalag is 174001.
What is the population of Nalag?
Nalag had a total population of 780, including 403 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Nalag?
Nalag had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nalag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalag was 89.02%. Male literacy was 93.63% and female literacy was 84.12%.