Sauli - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Sauli is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Saoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sauli is 032005. The village covers a total geographical area of 301 hectares and falls under the 144525 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Sauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sauli
According to the 2011 Census, Sauli village had a total population of 467 people, including 249 males and 218 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.30%, with male literacy at 86.90% and female literacy at 65.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 309.
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 | 467 | 249 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 169 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 199 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 50 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Sauli
Sauli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hajipur | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Birampur | South | 1.58 km |
| Bilron | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Purkhowal | West | 3.61 km |
| Shahpur | South | 3.72 km |
| Kot | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Bhadiar | East | 4.43 km |
| Saddarpur | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Garhi | South | 4.71 km |
| Bharatpur Rajputan | North | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sauli
Sauli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Garhshankar, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Sauli is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sauli
Where is Sauli located?
Sauli village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sauli is Saoli.
What is the pincode of Sauli?
The pincode of Sauli is 144525.
What is the population of Sauli?
Sauli had a total population of 467, including 249 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Sauli?
Sauli had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sauli was 77.30%. Male literacy was 86.90% and female literacy was 65.98%.