Bella - Shillai, Sirmaur
Bella is a village situated in the Shillai tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 125 km from Nahan. Bela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bella village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bella is 023452. The village covers a total geographical area of 584 hectares and falls under the 173027 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Bella village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bella
According to the 2011 Census, Bella village had a total population of 1,187 people, including 603 males and 584 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.65%, with male literacy at 76.34% and female literacy at 60.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 252.
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 | 1,187 | 603 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 62 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 122 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 716 | 413 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 190 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Bella
Bella 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 Bella
Public transport in the Bella is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Bella is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bella
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bella village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bella
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bella 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bella
Where is Bella located?
Bella village is located in Shillai Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bella?
The Gram Panchayat of Bella is Bela.
What is the pincode of Bella?
The pincode of Bella is 173027.
What is the population of Bella?
Bella had a total population of 1,187, including 603 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Bella?
Bella had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bella?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bella was 68.65%. Male literacy was 76.34% and female literacy was 60.36%.