Sainji - Rohru, Shimla
Sainji is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Samoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sainji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sainji is 026493. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Sainji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sainji
According to the 2011 Census, Sainji village had a total population of 300 people, including 160 males and 140 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.91%, with male literacy at 86.52% and female literacy at 62.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83.
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 | 300 | 160 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 122 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 38 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Sainji
Sainji 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 Sainji
Sainji 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 >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 Sainji is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sainji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sainji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sainji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sainji 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 Sainji
Where is Sainji located?
Sainji village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sainji?
The Gram Panchayat of Sainji is Samoli.
What is the pincode of Sainji?
The pincode of Sainji is 171207.
What is the population of Sainji?
Sainji had a total population of 300, including 160 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Sainji?
Sainji had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sainji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sainji was 74.91%. Male literacy was 86.52% and female literacy was 62.31%.