Sal - Pati, Champawat
Sal is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Saal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sal is 054094. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.12 hectares and falls under the 262561 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Sal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sal
As per Census 2011, Sal village has a total population of 548 people, consisting of 259 males and 289 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 350 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 259 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 50 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 200 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 59 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Sal
Sal 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 Sal
Public transport in the Sal 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 Lohaghat to Sal is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Sal is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sal 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 Sal
Where is Sal located?
Sal village is located in Pati Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sal is Saal.
What is the pincode of Sal?
The pincode of Sal is 262561.
What is the population of Sal?
Sal has a total population of 548, including 259 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Sal?
There are 85 households in Sal.
What is the literacy rate in Sal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sal is 63.87%. Male literacy is 77.22% and female literacy is 51.90%.