Sanat - Kupvi, Shimla
Sanat is a village situated in the Kupvi tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 215 km from Shimla. Bhaloo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanat is 025606. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.75 hectares and falls under the 171217 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Sanat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanat
According to the 2011 Census, Sanat village had a total population of 298 people, including 156 males and 142 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.99%, with male literacy at 76.64% and female literacy at 60.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 298 | 156 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 105 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 51 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Sanat
Sanat 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 Sanat
Sanat is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sanat is about 215 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanat 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sanat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sanat
Where is Sanat located?
Sanat village is located in Kupvi Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanat?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanat is Bhaloo.
What is the pincode of Sanat?
The pincode of Sanat is 171217.
What is the population of Sanat?
Sanat had a total population of 298, including 156 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Sanat?
Sanat had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanat was 68.99%. Male literacy was 76.64% and female literacy was 60.33%.