Sail - Dharmsala, Kangra
Sail is a village situated in the Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Paloutha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sail is 009489. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.45 hectares and falls under the 176217 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
Sail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sail
According to the 2011 Census, Sail village had a total population of 210 people, including 108 males and 102 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.48%, with male literacy at 77.88% and female literacy at 51.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 210 | 108 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 81 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 27 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Sail
Sail 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 Sail
Sail is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Sail is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sail 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sail
Where is Sail located?
Sail village is located in Dharmsala Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sail?
The Gram Panchayat of Sail is Paloutha.
What is the pincode of Sail?
The pincode of Sail is 176217.
What is the population of Sail?
Sail had a total population of 210, including 108 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Sail?
Sail had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sail was 65.48%. Male literacy was 77.88% and female literacy was 51.61%.