Nalah - Jalog, Shimla
Nalah is a village situated in the Jalog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Shimla. Karyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nalah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalah is 024182. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.9 hectares and falls under the 171019 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Nalah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nalah
According to the 2011 Census, Nalah village had a total population of 167 people, including 90 males and 77 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.83%, with male literacy at 80.82% and female literacy at 62.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 167 | 90 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 59 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 31 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Nalah
Nalah 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 Nalah
Public transport in the Nalah is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Nalah is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nalah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalah 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 Nalah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalah 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nalah
Where is Nalah located?
Nalah village is located in Jalog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nalah?
The Gram Panchayat of Nalah is Karyali.
What is the pincode of Nalah?
The pincode of Nalah is 171019.
What is the population of Nalah?
Nalah had a total population of 167, including 90 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Nalah?
Nalah had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nalah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalah was 71.83%. Male literacy was 80.82% and female literacy was 62.32%.