Salwan
Salwan is a village located in Assandh tehsil of Karnal district in Haryana, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Assandh (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Karnal. As per 2009 stats, Salwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Salwan has its own place in the vibrant Karnal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Salwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salwan is 059343. The village spans a total geographical area of 4198 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 132046. Assndh is nearest town to Salwan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Salwan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Assandh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Karnal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Salwan
Population of Salwan
Below is a concise population overview of Salwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,594 | 9,776 | 8,818 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,522 | 1,390 | 1,132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,877 | 2,037 | 1,840 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 11,493 | 6,639 | 4,854 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,101 | 3,137 | 3,964 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salwan village:
- The total population of Salwan village is around 18,594, including approximately 9,776 males and 8,818 females, with a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,522 children aged 0–6 years in Salwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salwan village has 3,877 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Salwan village is about 61.81%, with male literacy at 67.91% and female literacy at 55.05%.
- There are around 3,451 households in Salwan village.
Connectivity of Salwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salwan. As per the 2011 stats, Salwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Salwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salwan
- Where is Salwan located?
- Salwan village is situated in Assandh Tehsil, within the Karnal district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salwan?
- Salwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salwan?
- The pincode of Salwan is 132046, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salwan is 18,594, with 9,776 males and 8,818 females.
- How many households are there in Salwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salwan village has a total of 3,451 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salwan is 61.81%. The male literacy rate is 67.91%, while the female literacy rate is 55.05%.