Sehl - Balh, Mandi
Sehl is a village situated in the Balh tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Mandi. Behal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sehl village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sehl is 014639. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 175008 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Sehl village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sehl
As per Census 2011, Sehl village has a total population of 587 people, consisting of 274 males and 313 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 477 literate and 110 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sehl are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 587 | 274 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 231 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 43 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Sehl
Sehl 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 Sehl
Sehl is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mandi to Sehl is about 13 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 Sehl
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sehl village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sehl
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sehl village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sehl
Where is Sehl located?
Sehl village is located in Balh Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sehl?
The Gram Panchayat of Sehl is Behal.
What is the pincode of Sehl?
The pincode of Sehl is 175008.
What is the population of Sehl?
Sehl has a total population of 587, including 274 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Sehl?
There are 134 households in Sehl.
What is the literacy rate in Sehl?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sehl is 81.26%. Male literacy is 84.31% and female literacy is 78.59%.