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
As per Census 2011, Sail village has a total population of 210 people, consisting of 108 males and 102 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 129 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sail are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 210, including 108 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Sail?
There are 45 households in Sail.
What is the literacy rate in Sail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sail is 61.43%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 47.06%.