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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sal
According to the 2011 Census, Sal village had a total population of 548 people, including 259 males and 289 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,116 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.91%, with male literacy at 95.69% and female literacy at 65.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 548 | 259 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 50 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 548, including 259 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Sal?
Sal had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sal was 79.91%. Male literacy was 95.69% and female literacy was 65.50%.