Belu - Narag, Sirmaur
Belu is a village situated in the Narag tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Nahan. Neri Nawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belu is 022868. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Belu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belu
As per Census 2011, Belu village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 61 males and 56 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 61 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 38 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 23 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Belu
Belu 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 Belu
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Belu.
| 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 Nahan to Belu is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belu 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 Belu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belu
Where is Belu located?
Belu village is located in Narag Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belu?
The Gram Panchayat of Belu is Neri Nawan.
What is the pincode of Belu?
The pincode of Belu is 173024.
What is the population of Belu?
Belu has a total population of 117, including 61 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Belu?
There are 23 households in Belu.
What is the literacy rate in Belu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belu is 52.14%. Male literacy is 62.30% and female literacy is 41.07%.