Saoli - Majheen, Kangra
Saoli is a village situated in the Majheen tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 93 km from Dharmsala. Tihri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saoli is 011036. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.16 hectares and falls under the 176030 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Saoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saoli
According to the 2011 Census, Saoli village had a total population of 180 people, including 81 males and 99 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,222 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.71%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 81.11%.
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 | 180 | 81 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 64 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 17 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Saoli
Saoli 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 Saoli
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Saoli is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Saoli
Where is Saoli located?
Saoli village is located in Majheen Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Saoli is Tihri.
What is the pincode of Saoli?
The pincode of Saoli is 176030.
What is the population of Saoli?
Saoli had a total population of 180, including 81 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Saoli?
Saoli had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saoli was 86.71%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 81.11%.