Saunl - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Saunl is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Shimla. Baldeyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saunl village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saunl is 024732. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Saunl village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saunl
According to the 2011 Census, Saunl village had a total population of 647 people, including 341 males and 306 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.60%, with male literacy at 78.29% and female literacy at 70.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 540.
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 | 647 | 341 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 540 | 284 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 238 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 103 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Saunl
Saunl 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 Saunl
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Saunl.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Saunl is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saunl
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saunl village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saunl
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saunl 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saunl
Where is Saunl located?
Saunl village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saunl?
The Gram Panchayat of Saunl is Baldeyan.
What is the pincode of Saunl?
The pincode of Saunl is 171001.
What is the population of Saunl?
Saunl had a total population of 647, including 341 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Saunl?
Saunl had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saunl?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saunl was 74.60%. Male literacy was 78.29% and female literacy was 70.34%.