Saintari - Kotkhai, Shimla
Saintari is a village situated in the Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Darkoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saintari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saintari is 026341. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.59 hectares and falls under the 171202 pincode. Kotkhai is the nearest town.
Saintari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Saintari
According to the 2011 Census, Saintari village had a total population of 50 people, including 27 males and 23 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.87%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 95.45%.
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 | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Saintari
Saintari 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 Saintari
Public transport in the Saintari is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Saintari is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saintari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saintari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saintari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saintari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saintari
Where is Saintari located?
Saintari village is located in Kotkhai Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saintari?
The Gram Panchayat of Saintari is Darkoti.
What is the pincode of Saintari?
The pincode of Saintari is 171202.
What is the population of Saintari?
Saintari had a total population of 50, including 27 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Saintari?
Saintari had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saintari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saintari was 97.87%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 95.45%.