Saun - Lad Bharol, Mandi
Saun is a village situated in the Lad Bharol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Pihar Bedlu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saun is 013482. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.47 hectares and falls under the 175016 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Saun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saun
According to the 2011 Census, Saun village had a total population of 308 people, including 120 males and 188 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,567 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.21%, with male literacy at 94.23% and female literacy at 76.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 308 | 120 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 98 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 22 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Saun
Saun 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 Saun
Public transport in the Saun 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 Saun is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saun 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 Saun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saun 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saun
Where is Saun located?
Saun village is located in Lad Bharol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saun?
The Gram Panchayat of Saun is Pihar Bedlu.
What is the pincode of Saun?
The pincode of Saun is 175016.
What is the population of Saun?
Saun had a total population of 308, including 120 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Saun?
Saun had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saun was 83.21%. Male literacy was 94.23% and female literacy was 76.47%.