Yol - Shahpur, Kangra
Yol is a village situated in the Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Nerti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yol is 009430. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.57 hectares and falls under the 176206 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
Yol 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 Yol
According to the 2011 Census, Yol village had a total population of 401 people, including 193 males and 208 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.28%, with male literacy at 98.28% and female literacy at 84.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 401 | 193 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 171 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 22 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Yol
Yol 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 Yol
Yol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Yol is about 22 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 Yol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Yol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Yol
Where is Yol located?
Yol village is located in Shahpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yol?
The Gram Panchayat of Yol is Nerti.
What is the pincode of Yol?
The pincode of Yol is 176206.
What is the population of Yol?
Yol had a total population of 401, including 193 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Yol?
Yol had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yol was 91.28%. Male literacy was 98.28% and female literacy was 84.97%.