Saunl

Saunl is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Saunl village. As per 2009 stats, Baldehan is the gram panchayat of Saunl village.

Saunl has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Saunl

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saunl is 024732. The village spans a total geographical area of 155 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171707. Shimla is nearest town to Saunl village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Saunl village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Saunl

Below is a concise population overview of Saunl as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 647 341 306
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 80 37 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) 540 284 256
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 423 238 185
Illiterate Population 224 103 121

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Saunl village:

  • The total population of Saunl village is around 647, including approximately 341 males and 306 females, with a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Saunl village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Saunl village has 540 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Saunl village is about 65.38%, with male literacy at 69.79% and female literacy at 60.46%.
  • There are around 119 households in Saunl village.

Connectivity of Saunl

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saunl. As per the 2011 stats, Saunl had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Saunl

Knowing the nearby villages of Saunl helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saunl.

Frequently Asked Questions about Saunl

Where is Saunl located?
Saunl village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saunl?
The Gram Panchayat of Saunl is Baldehan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Saunl?
The pincode of Saunl is 171707, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Saunl as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saunl is 647, with 341 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Saunl as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Saunl village has a total of 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saunl as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saunl is 65.38%. The male literacy rate is 69.79%, while the female literacy rate is 60.46%.