Sehal - Kunihar, Solan
Sehal is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 100 km from Solan. Sai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sehal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sehal is 020107. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.24 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Sehal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Sehal
According to the 2011 Census, Sehal village had a total population of 240 people, including 124 males and 116 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.82%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 240 | 124 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 33 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Sehal
Sehal 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 Sehal
Public transport in the Sehal 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 Sehal is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sehal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sehal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sehal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sehal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sehal
Where is Sehal located?
Sehal village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sehal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sehal is Sai.
What is the pincode of Sehal?
The pincode of Sehal is 173207.
What is the population of Sehal?
Sehal had a total population of 240, including 124 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Sehal?
Sehal had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sehal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sehal was 83.82%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 80.00%.