Saili - Saluni, Chamba
Saili is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Biana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saili village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saili is 007237. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.5 hectares and falls under the 176312 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Saili village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saili
According to the 2011 Census, Saili village had a total population of 253 people, including 129 males and 124 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.11%, with male literacy at 87.60% and female literacy at 67.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 253 | 129 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 106 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 23 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Saili
Saili 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 Saili
Saili 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 Chamba to Saili is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Saili is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saili village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saili village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saili
Where is Saili located?
Saili village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saili?
The Gram Panchayat of Saili is Biana.
What is the pincode of Saili?
The pincode of Saili is 176312.
What is the population of Saili?
Saili had a total population of 253, including 129 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Saili?
Saili had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saili was 78.11%. Male literacy was 87.60% and female literacy was 67.86%.