Sainj - Arki, Solan
Sainj is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Chamyawal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sainj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sainj is 020078. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Sainj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sainj
As per Census 2011, Sainj village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 128 males and 122 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 184 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sainj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 128 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 120 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 101 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 27 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Sainj
Sainj 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 Sainj
Public transport in the Sainj is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Solan to Sainj is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sainj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sainj 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 Sainj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sainj 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 Sainj
Where is Sainj located?
Sainj village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sainj?
The Gram Panchayat of Sainj is Chamyawal.
What is the pincode of Sainj?
The pincode of Sainj is 173208.
What is the population of Sainj?
Sainj has a total population of 250, including 128 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Sainj?
There are 60 households in Sainj.
What is the literacy rate in Sainj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sainj is 73.60%. Male literacy is 78.91% and female literacy is 68.03%.