Sahlon - Namhol, Bilaspur
Sahlon is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghayal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahlon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahlon is 019935. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 174032 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Sahlon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahlon
According to the 2011 Census, Sahlon village had a total population of 50 people, including 26 males and 24 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.49%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 72.22%.
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 | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 8 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Sahlon
Sahlon 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 Sahlon
Sahlon 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 Bilaspur to Sahlon is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahlon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahlon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sahlon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahlon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sahlon
Where is Sahlon located?
Sahlon village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahlon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahlon is Ghayal.
What is the pincode of Sahlon?
The pincode of Sahlon is 174032.
What is the population of Sahlon?
Sahlon had a total population of 50, including 26 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Sahlon?
Sahlon had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahlon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahlon was 79.49%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 72.22%.