Saralda - Chaupal, Shimla
Saralda is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Saranh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saralda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saralda is 025512. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.04 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Saralda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saralda
According to the 2011 Census, Saralda village had a total population of 190 people, including 103 males and 87 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.27%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 64.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 190 | 103 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 76 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 27 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Saralda
Saralda 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 Saralda
Saralda 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Saralda is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saralda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saralda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saralda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saralda 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 Saralda
Where is Saralda located?
Saralda village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saralda?
The Gram Panchayat of Saralda is Saranh.
What is the pincode of Saralda?
The pincode of Saralda is 171211.
What is the population of Saralda?
Saralda had a total population of 190, including 103 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Saralda?
Saralda had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saralda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saralda was 74.27%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 64.56%.