Salooni - Narnaul, Mahendragarh
Salooni is a village situated in the Narnaul tehsil of Mahendragarh district, Haryana. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narnaul and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Mahendragarh. Saluni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salooni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salooni is 062180. The village covers a total geographical area of 276 hectares and falls under the 123001 pincode. Narnaul is the nearest town.
Salooni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narnaul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salooni
According to the 2011 Census, Salooni village had a total population of 1,764 people, including 937 males and 827 females, living in 348 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.90%, with male literacy at 90.79% and female literacy at 63.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 457.
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 | 1,764 | 937 | 827 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 112 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 242 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,234 | 749 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 188 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Salooni
Salooni 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 Salooni
Salooni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Salooni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mahendragarh to Salooni is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salooni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salooni 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 Salooni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salooni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salooni
Where is Salooni located?
Salooni village is located in Narnaul Tehsil, Mahendragarh district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salooni?
The Gram Panchayat of Salooni is Saluni.
What is the pincode of Salooni?
The pincode of Salooni is 123001.
What is the population of Salooni?
Salooni had a total population of 1,764, including 937 males and 827 females.
How many households are there in Salooni?
Salooni had 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salooni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salooni was 77.90%. Male literacy was 90.79% and female literacy was 63.90%.