Saglot - Nurpur, Kangra
Saglot is a village situated in the Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kopra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saglot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saglot is 008328. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.47 hectares and falls under the 176202 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Saglot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saglot
According to the 2011 Census, Saglot village had a total population of 241 people, including 134 males and 107 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 799 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.58%, with male literacy at 92.37% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 241 | 134 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 109 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 25 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Saglot
Saglot 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 Saglot
Saglot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Saglot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Saglot is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saglot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saglot 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 Saglot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saglot 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Saglot
Where is Saglot located?
Saglot village is located in Nurpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saglot?
The Gram Panchayat of Saglot is Kopra.
What is the pincode of Saglot?
The pincode of Saglot is 176202.
What is the population of Saglot?
Saglot had a total population of 241, including 134 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Saglot?
Saglot had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saglot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saglot was 84.58%. Male literacy was 92.37% and female literacy was 75.00%.