Saal - Jalog, Shimla
Saal is a village situated in the Jalog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Shimla. Karyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saal is 024135. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.83 hectares and falls under the 171019 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Saal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saal
According to the 2011 Census, Saal village had a total population of 186 people, including 83 males and 103 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,241 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.24%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105.
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 | 186 | 83 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 69 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 14 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Saal
Saal 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 Saal
Public transport in the Saal 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 Shimla to Saal is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saal
Where is Saal located?
Saal village is located in Jalog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saal?
The Gram Panchayat of Saal is Karyali.
What is the pincode of Saal?
The pincode of Saal is 171019.
What is the population of Saal?
Saal had a total population of 186, including 83 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Saal?
Saal had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saal was 84.24%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 77.78%.