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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sehl village had a total population of 587 people, including 274 males and 313 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 1,142 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.83%, with male literacy at 93.90% and female literacy at 86.32%.
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 | 587 | 274 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 587, including 274 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Sehl?
Sehl had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sehl?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sehl was 89.83%. Male literacy was 93.90% and female literacy was 86.32%.