Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) - Kotgarh, Shimla
Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 97 km from Shimla. Mangsu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) is 023896. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.36 hectares and falls under the 172030 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Up Mahal Sathla (8/1)
According to the 2011 Census, Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) village had a total population of 621 people, including 313 males and 308 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.92%, with male literacy at 96.61% and female literacy at 85.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 621 | 313 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 531 | 285 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 28 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Up Mahal Sathla (8/1)
Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) 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 Up Mahal Sathla (8/1)
Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) 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 Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Up Mahal Sathla (8/1)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Up Mahal Sathla (8/1)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) 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 Up Mahal Sathla (8/1)
Where is Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) located?
Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Up Mahal Sathla (8/1)?
The Gram Panchayat of Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) is Mangsu.
What is the pincode of Up Mahal Sathla (8/1)?
The pincode of Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) is 172030.
What is the population of Up Mahal Sathla (8/1)?
Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) had a total population of 621, including 313 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Up Mahal Sathla (8/1)?
Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Up Mahal Sathla (8/1)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Up Mahal Sathla (8/1) was 90.92%. Male literacy was 96.61% and female literacy was 85.12%.