Saal - Pukhri, Chamba
Saal is a village situated in the Pukhri tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Chamba. Chakloo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saal is 007760. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.41 hectares and falls under the 176318 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Saal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saal
According to the 2011 Census, Saal village had a total population of 292 people, including 134 males and 158 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,179 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.51%, with male literacy at 97.37% and female literacy at 81.63%.
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 | 292 | 134 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 111 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 23 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Saal
Saal 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 Saal
Saal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Saal is about 28 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 Saal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Saal
Where is Saal located?
Saal village is located in Pukhri Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saal?
The Gram Panchayat of Saal is Chakloo.
What is the pincode of Saal?
The pincode of Saal is 176318.
What is the population of Saal?
Saal had a total population of 292, including 134 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Saal?
Saal had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saal was 88.51%. Male literacy was 97.37% and female literacy was 81.63%.