Halela - Telka, Chamba
Halela is a village situated in the Telka tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Chamba. Ligga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Halela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halela is 007258. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.9 hectares and falls under the 176321 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Halela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Halela
According to the 2011 Census, Halela village had a total population of 147 people, including 72 males and 75 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.02%, with male literacy at 83.87% and female literacy at 64.62%.
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 | 147 | 72 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 20 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Halela
Halela 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 Halela
Halela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Halela is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Halela is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Halela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Halela
Where is Halela located?
Halela village is located in Telka Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halela?
The Gram Panchayat of Halela is Ligga.
What is the pincode of Halela?
The pincode of Halela is 176321.
What is the population of Halela?
Halela had a total population of 147, including 72 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Halela?
Halela had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halela was 74.02%. Male literacy was 83.87% and female literacy was 64.62%.