Sapela
Sapela is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 108km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Sapela village. As per 2009 stats, Baragaon is the gram panchayat of Sapela village.
Here you can discover what makes Sapela unique in its vibrant Kumharsain-Shimla region. You’ll see Sapela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sapela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sapela is 023826. The village spans a total geographical area of 46.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172027. Narkanda is nearest town to Sapela village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sapela
Population of Sapela
According to the 2011 Census, Sapela has a total population of about 142, with approximately 69 males and 73 females. The sex ratio is around 1057 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 16 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.65%, with male literacy at about 79.71% and female literacy near 69.86%. There are around 29 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sapela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 142 | 69 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 106 | 55 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 14 | 22 |
Connectivity of Sapela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sapela. As per the 2011 stats, Sapela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sapela
Knowing the nearby villages of Sapela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sapela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sapela
- Where is Sapela located?
- Sapela village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sapela?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sapela is Baragaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sapela?
- The pincode of Sapela is 172027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sapela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sapela is 142, with 69 males and 73 females.
- How many households are there in Sapela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sapela village has a total of 29 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sapela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sapela is 74.65%. The male literacy rate is 79.71%, while the female literacy rate is 69.86%.