Nala - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Nala is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Shimla. Nala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nala is 024807. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.89 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Nala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nala
According to the 2011 Census, Nala village had a total population of 224 people, including 114 males and 110 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.99%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 85.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 224 | 114 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 91 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 23 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Nala
Nala 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 Nala
Nala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Shimla to Nala is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nala 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nala
Where is Nala located?
Nala village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nala?
Nala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nala?
The pincode of Nala is 171001.
What is the population of Nala?
Nala had a total population of 224, including 114 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Nala?
Nala had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nala was 85.99%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 85.29%.