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
According to the 2011 Census, Naltu village had a total population of 165 people, including 74 males and 91 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,230 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.88%, with male literacy at 90.32% and female literacy at 85.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 165 | 74 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 12 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 50 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 165, including 74 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Naltu?
Naltu had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naltu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naltu was 87.88%. Male literacy was 90.32% and female literacy was 85.71%.