Saori - Panjehra, Solan
Saori is a village situated in the Panjehra tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 78 km from Solan. Malhaini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saori is 020849. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.29 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Saori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saori
According to the 2011 Census, Saori village had a total population of 348 people, including 173 males and 175 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.81%, with male literacy at 80.26% and female literacy at 54.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
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 | 348 | 173 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 21 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 100 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 122 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 51 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Saori
Saori 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 Saori
Public transport in the Saori is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Saori is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saori 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saori village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saori
Where is Saori located?
Saori village is located in Panjehra Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saori?
The Gram Panchayat of Saori is Malhaini.
What is the pincode of Saori?
The pincode of Saori is 174101.
What is the population of Saori?
Saori had a total population of 348, including 173 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Saori?
Saori had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saori was 67.81%. Male literacy was 80.26% and female literacy was 54.29%.