Spail - Nagrota Surian, Kangra
Spail is a village situated in the Nagrota Surian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Dharmsala. Spail village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Spail is 009188. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.88 hectares and falls under the 176026 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Spail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Spail
As per Census 2011, Spail village has a total population of 1,091 people, consisting of 532 males and 559 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 870 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Spail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,091 | 532 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 58 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 870 | 442 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 90 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Spail
Spail 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 Spail
Spail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Spail.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Spail is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Spail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Spail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Spail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Spail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Spail
Where is Spail located?
Spail village is located in Nagrota Surian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Spail?
Spail is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Spail?
The pincode of Spail is 176026.
What is the population of Spail?
Spail has a total population of 1,091, including 532 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Spail?
There are 236 households in Spail.
What is the literacy rate in Spail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Spail is 79.74%. Male literacy is 83.08% and female literacy is 76.57%.