Chelela
Chelela is a village located in Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from district headquarter Swarghat. Swarghat is the sub-district headquarter of Chelela village. As per 2009 stats, Nakrana is the gram panchayat of Chelela village.
Here you can discover what makes Chelela unique in its vibrant Naina Devi-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Chelela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chelela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chelela is 019587. The village spans a total geographical area of 49.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174310. Naina Devi is nearest town to Chelela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chelela village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chelela
Population of Chelela
According to the 2011 Census, Chelela has a total population of about 181, with approximately 95 males and 86 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 25 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 33 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.38%, with male literacy at about 80.00% and female literacy near 63.95%. There are around 39 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chelela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Chelela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chelela. As per the 2011 stats, Chelela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chelela
Knowing the nearby villages of Chelela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chelela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chelela
- Where is Chelela located?
- Chelela village is situated in Naina Devi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chelela?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chelela is Nakrana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chelela?
- The pincode of Chelela is 174310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chelela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chelela is 181, with 95 males and 86 females.
- How many households are there in Chelela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chelela village has a total of 39 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chelela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chelela is 72.38%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 63.95%.