Satlai - Junga, Shimla
Satlai is a village situated in the Junga tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Satlai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satlai is 024885. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.79 hectares and falls under the 171218 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Satlai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Satlai
As per Census 2011, Satlai village has a total population of 253 people, consisting of 133 males and 120 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 195 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Satlai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 253 | 133 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 111 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 22 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Satlai
Satlai 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 Satlai
Satlai 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 Shimla to Satlai is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Satlai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satlai 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 Satlai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Satlai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Satlai
Where is Satlai located?
Satlai village is located in Junga Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satlai?
Satlai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Satlai?
The pincode of Satlai is 171218.
What is the population of Satlai?
Satlai has a total population of 253, including 133 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Satlai?
There are 44 households in Satlai.
What is the literacy rate in Satlai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satlai is 77.08%. Male literacy is 83.46% and female literacy is 70.00%.