Saur Nichla - Loharghat, Solan
Saur Nichla is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 150 km from Solan. Saur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saur Nichla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saur Nichla is 020548. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Saur Nichla 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 Saur Nichla
According to the 2011 Census, Saur Nichla village had a total population of 93 people, including 53 males and 40 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 755 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.21%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 79.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 93 | 53 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 44 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 9 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Saur Nichla
Saur Nichla 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 Saur Nichla
Saur Nichla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Saur Nichla is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saur Nichla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saur Nichla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saur Nichla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saur Nichla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saur Nichla
Where is Saur Nichla located?
Saur Nichla village is located in Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saur Nichla?
The Gram Panchayat of Saur Nichla is Saur.
What is the pincode of Saur Nichla?
The pincode of Saur Nichla is 174102.
What is the population of Saur Nichla?
Saur Nichla had a total population of 93, including 53 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Saur Nichla?
Saur Nichla had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saur Nichla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saur Nichla was 86.21%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 79.49%.