Sanot - Dehra Gopipur, Kangra
Sanot is a village situated in the Dehra Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Dharmsala. Dhawala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanot is 010425. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.29 hectares and falls under the 177101 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Sanot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dehra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanot
As per Census 2011, Sanot village has a total population of 708 people, consisting of 359 males and 349 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 521 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 456 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 708 | 359 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 456 | 228 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 6 | - |
| Literate Population | 521 | 283 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 76 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Sanot
Sanot 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 Sanot
Sanot 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 | 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 Dharmsala to Sanot is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sanot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanot 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sanot
Where is Sanot located?
Sanot village is located in Dehra Gopipur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanot?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanot is Dhawala.
What is the pincode of Sanot?
The pincode of Sanot is 177101.
What is the population of Sanot?
Sanot has a total population of 708, including 359 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Sanot?
There are 160 households in Sanot.
What is the literacy rate in Sanot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanot is 73.59%. Male literacy is 78.83% and female literacy is 68.19%.