Sudal - Dalhousie, Chamba
Sudal is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Sudli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sudal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sudal is 007370. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.65 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sudal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sudal
According to the 2011 Census, Sudal village had a total population of 302 people, including 149 males and 153 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.20%, with male literacy at 93.13% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 302 | 149 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 122 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 27 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Sudal
Sudal 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 Sudal
Sudal 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 Dalhousie to Sudal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Sudal is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sudal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sudal 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 Sudal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sudal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sudal
Where is Sudal located?
Sudal village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sudal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sudal is Sudli.
What is the pincode of Sudal?
The pincode of Sudal is 176303.
What is the population of Sudal?
Sudal had a total population of 302, including 149 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Sudal?
Sudal had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sudal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sudal was 82.20%. Male literacy was 93.13% and female literacy was 71.43%.