Alsu - Dehar, Mandi
Alsu is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from Mandi. Dehar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alsu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alsu is 014285. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.21 hectares and falls under the 175030 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Alsu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alsu
According to the 2011 Census, Alsu village had a total population of 1,378 people, including 697 males and 681 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.11%, with male literacy at 91.19% and female literacy at 76.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 295.
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 | 1,378 | 697 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 84 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 152 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,027 | 559 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 138 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Alsu
Alsu 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 Alsu
Alsu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Alsu is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alsu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alsu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Alsu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alsu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Alsu
Where is Alsu located?
Alsu village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alsu?
The Gram Panchayat of Alsu is Dehar.
What is the pincode of Alsu?
The pincode of Alsu is 175030.
What is the population of Alsu?
Alsu had a total population of 1,378, including 697 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Alsu?
Alsu had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alsu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alsu was 84.11%. Male literacy was 91.19% and female literacy was 76.97%.