Lelu - Theog, Shimla
Lelu is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sainj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lelu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lelu is 025103. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.25 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Lelu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lelu
According to the 2011 Census, Lelu village had a total population of 232 people, including 106 males and 126 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,189 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.56%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 71.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 232 | 106 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 25 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 70 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 36 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Lelu
Lelu 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 Lelu
Lelu 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 Shimla to Lelu is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lelu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lelu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lelu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lelu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lelu
Where is Lelu located?
Lelu village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lelu?
The Gram Panchayat of Lelu is Sainj.
What is the pincode of Lelu?
The pincode of Lelu is 171201.
What is the population of Lelu?
Lelu had a total population of 232, including 106 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Lelu?
Lelu had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lelu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lelu was 76.56%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 71.30%.