Saihli - Bharmour, Chamba
Saihli is a village situated in the Bharmour tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 49 km from Chamba. Sehli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saihli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saihli is 008172. The village covers a total geographical area of 294 hectares and falls under the 176315 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Saihli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saihli
According to the 2011 Census, Saihli village had a total population of 492 people, including 242 males and 250 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.82%, with male literacy at 85.78% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 491.
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 | 492 | 242 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 38 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 491 | 242 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 175 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 67 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Saihli
Saihli 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 Saihli
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Saihli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Saihli is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saihli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saihli 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saihli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saihli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saihli
Where is Saihli located?
Saihli village is located in Bharmour Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saihli?
The Gram Panchayat of Saihli is Sehli.
What is the pincode of Saihli?
The pincode of Saihli is 176315.
What is the population of Saihli?
Saihli had a total population of 492, including 242 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Saihli?
Saihli had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saihli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saihli was 75.82%. Male literacy was 85.78% and female literacy was 66.67%.