Saklana - Dharmpur, Mandi
Saklana is a village situated in the Dharmpur tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Saklana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saklana is 013642. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.7 hectares and falls under the 175050 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Saklana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saklana
According to the 2011 Census, Saklana village had a total population of 568 people, including 252 males and 316 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 1,254 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.87%, with male literacy at 79.57% and female literacy at 63.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
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 | 568 | 252 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 22 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 34 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 183 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 69 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Saklana
Saklana 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 Saklana
Saklana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Mandi to Saklana is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saklana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saklana 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 Saklana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saklana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saklana
Where is Saklana located?
Saklana village is located in Dharmpur Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saklana?
Saklana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saklana?
The pincode of Saklana is 175050.
What is the population of Saklana?
Saklana had a total population of 568, including 252 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Saklana?
Saklana had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saklana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saklana was 70.87%. Male literacy was 79.57% and female literacy was 63.86%.