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
According to the 2011 Census, Belu village had a total population of 117 people, including 61 males and 56 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.22%, with male literacy at 67.86% and female literacy at 48.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101.
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 | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 117, including 61 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Belu?
Belu had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belu was 59.22%. Male literacy was 67.86% and female literacy was 48.94%.