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
As per Census 2011, Saal village has a total population of 186 people, consisting of 83 males and 103 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,240 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 139 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 83 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| 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 has a total population of 186, including 83 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Saal?
There are 39 households in Saal.
What is the literacy rate in Saal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saal is 74.73%. Male literacy is 83.13% and female literacy is 67.96%.