Nal - Sundarnagar, Mandi
Nal is a village situated in the Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Churadh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nal is 014240. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.38 hectares and falls under the 175018 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Nal 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 Nal
As per Census 2011, Nal village has a total population of 340 people, consisting of 162 males and 178 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 222 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 340 | 162 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 222 | 123 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 39 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Nal
Nal 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 Nal
Nal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nal is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nal
Where is Nal located?
Nal village is located in Sundarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nal?
The Gram Panchayat of Nal is Churadh.
What is the pincode of Nal?
The pincode of Nal is 175018.
What is the population of Nal?
Nal has a total population of 340, including 162 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Nal?
There are 69 households in Nal.
What is the literacy rate in Nal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nal is 65.29%. Male literacy is 75.93% and female literacy is 55.62%.