Safla - Srinagar, Pauri Garhwal
Safla is a village situated in the Srinagar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Srinagar and around 44 km from Pauri. Kanda (rawatsui) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Safla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Safla is 045393. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.91 hectares and falls under the 246174 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Safla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Safla
According to the 2011 Census, Safla village had a total population of 39 people, including 19 males and 20 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.05%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 55.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 3 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Safla
Safla 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 Safla
Safla 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 Srinagar to Safla is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Safla is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Safla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Safla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Safla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Safla 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Safla
Where is Safla located?
Safla village is located in Srinagar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Safla?
The Gram Panchayat of Safla is Kanda (rawatsui).
What is the pincode of Safla?
The pincode of Safla is 246174.
What is the population of Safla?
Safla had a total population of 39, including 19 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Safla?
Safla had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Safla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Safla was 71.05%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 55.00%.