Nalag - Dehar, Mandi
Nalag is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 62 km from Mandi. Nalag village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalag is 014262. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 175030 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Nalag 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 Nalag
According to the 2011 Census, Nalag village had a total population of 351 people, including 171 males and 180 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.22%, with male literacy at 91.25% and female literacy at 79.11%.
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 | 351 | 171 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 11 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 146 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 25 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Nalag
Nalag 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 Nalag
Public transport in the Nalag is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandi to Nalag is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nalag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nalag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nalag
Where is Nalag located?
Nalag village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nalag?
Nalag is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nalag?
The pincode of Nalag is 175030.
What is the population of Nalag?
Nalag had a total population of 351, including 171 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Nalag?
Nalag had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nalag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalag was 85.22%. Male literacy was 91.25% and female literacy was 79.11%.