Saunthal
About Saunthal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Saunthal village is 024704. Saunthal village is located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Saunthal village. As per 2009 stats, Naldehra is the gram panchayat of Saunthal village.
The total geographical area of village is 69 hectares. Saunthal has a total population of 167 peoples, out of which male population is 85 while female population is 82. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 964 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of saunthal village is 78.44% out of which 80.00% males and 76.83% females are literate. There are about 29 houses in saunthal village. Pincode of saunthal village locality is 171007.
When it comes to administration, Saunthal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Saunthal village comes under Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to saunthal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Saunthal
The population details of Saunthal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 167 | 85 | 82 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 17 | 19 |
Connectivity of Saunthal
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Saunthal
Where is Saunthal located?
Saunthal village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saunthal?
The Gram Panchayat of Saunthal is Naldehra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Saunthal?
The pincode of Saunthal is 171007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Saunthal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saunthal is 167, with 85 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Saunthal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Saunthal village has a total of 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saunthal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saunthal is 78.44%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 76.83%.