Naltu - Sunni, Shimla
Naltu is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Shimla. Basantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naltu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naltu is 024114. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Naltu 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 Naltu
As per Census 2011, Naltu village has a total population of 165 people, consisting of 74 males and 91 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,229 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 116 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naltu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 165 | 74 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 12 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 50 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 56 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 18 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Naltu
Naltu 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 Naltu
Naltu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Naltu is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naltu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naltu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naltu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naltu 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Naltu
Where is Naltu located?
Naltu village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naltu?
The Gram Panchayat of Naltu is Basantpur.
What is the pincode of Naltu?
The pincode of Naltu is 171301.
What is the population of Naltu?
Naltu has a total population of 165, including 74 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Naltu?
There are 35 households in Naltu.
What is the literacy rate in Naltu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naltu is 70.30%. Male literacy is 75.68% and female literacy is 65.93%.