Saula - Ranikhet, Almora
Saula is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Sola-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saula is 052337. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.24 hectares and falls under the 263664 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Saula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saula
As per Census 2011, Saula village has a total population of 263 people, consisting of 111 males and 152 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,369 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 80 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 263 | 111 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 84 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 83 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 28 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Saula
Saula 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 Saula
Saula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Saula is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Saula is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saula 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saula
Where is Saula located?
Saula village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saula?
The Gram Panchayat of Saula is Sola-i.
What is the pincode of Saula?
The pincode of Saula is 263664.
What is the population of Saula?
Saula has a total population of 263, including 111 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Saula?
There are 55 households in Saula.
What is the literacy rate in Saula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saula is 69.58%. Male literacy is 74.77% and female literacy is 65.79%.