Chalela (345/1) - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Chalela (345/1) is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Nakrana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalela (345/1) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalela (345/1) is 019587. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.1 hectares and falls under the 174310 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chalela (345/1) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chalela (345/1)
As per Census 2011, Chalela (345/1) village has a total population of 181 people, consisting of 95 males and 86 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chalela (345/1) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 181 | 95 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 76 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 19 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Chalela (345/1)
Chalela (345/1) 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 Chalela (345/1)
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chalela (345/1).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naina Devi to Chalela (345/1) is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Chalela (345/1) is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalela (345/1)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalela (345/1) 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chalela (345/1)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalela (345/1) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chalela (345/1)
Where is Chalela (345/1) located?
Chalela (345/1) village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalela (345/1)?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalela (345/1) is Nakrana.
What is the pincode of Chalela (345/1)?
The pincode of Chalela (345/1) is 174310.
What is the population of Chalela (345/1)?
Chalela (345/1) has a total population of 181, including 95 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Chalela (345/1)?
There are 39 households in Chalela (345/1).
What is the literacy rate in Chalela (345/1)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalela (345/1) is 72.38%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 63.95%.