Sanjap - Dalhousie, Chamba
Sanjap is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Nagali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanjap village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanjap is 007351. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.28 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sanjap village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sanjap
According to the 2011 Census, Sanjap village had a total population of 132 people, including 67 males and 65 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.98%, with male literacy at 93.65% and female literacy at 60.32%.
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 | 132 | 67 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 59 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 8 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Sanjap
Sanjap 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 Sanjap
Sanjap is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Dalhousie to Sanjap is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Sanjap is about 38 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 Sanjap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanjap village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sanjap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanjap 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sanjap
Where is Sanjap located?
Sanjap village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sanjap?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanjap is Nagali.
What is the pincode of Sanjap?
The pincode of Sanjap is 176303.
What is the population of Sanjap?
Sanjap had a total population of 132, including 67 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Sanjap?
Sanjap had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanjap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanjap was 76.98%. Male literacy was 93.65% and female literacy was 60.32%.