Illewal - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Illewal is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Tarsuh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Illewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Illewal is 019507. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.68 hectares and falls under the 174201 pincode. Nangal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Illewal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Illewal
According to the 2011 Census, Illewal village had a total population of 478 people, including 242 males and 236 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.13%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 65.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 124, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 125.
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 | 478 | 242 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 60 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 168 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 74 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Illewal
Illewal 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 Illewal
Illewal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Illewal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nangal to Illewal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Illewal is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Illewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Illewal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Illewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Illewal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Illewal
Where is Illewal located?
Illewal village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Illewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Illewal is Tarsuh.
What is the pincode of Illewal?
The pincode of Illewal is 174201.
What is the population of Illewal?
Illewal had a total population of 478, including 242 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Illewal?
Illewal had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Illewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Illewal was 74.13%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 65.66%.