Salnun

Salnun is a village located in Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from Bilaspur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Salnun village. As per 2009 stats, Nichli Bhater is the gram panchayat of Salnun village.

Here you can discover what makes Salnun unique in its vibrant Bilaspur Sadar-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Salnun’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Salnun

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salnun is 019676. The village spans a total geographical area of 165 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174001. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Salnun village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Salnun 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 Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Salnun

According to the 2011 Census, Salnun has a total population of about 567, with approximately 266 males and 301 females. The sex ratio is around 1131 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 64 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 66 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.31%, with male literacy at about 83.46% and female literacy near 73.75%. There are around 127 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salnun's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 567 266 301
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 64 32 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 66 33 33
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 444 222 222
Illiterate Population 123 44 79

Connectivity of Salnun

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salnun. As per the 2011 stats, Salnun 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 Salnun

Knowing the nearby villages of Salnun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salnun.

Frequently Asked Questions about Salnun

Where is Salnun located?
Salnun village is situated in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salnun?
The Gram Panchayat of Salnun is Nichli Bhater (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salnun?
The pincode of Salnun is 174001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salnun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salnun is 567, with 266 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Salnun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salnun village has a total of 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salnun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salnun is 78.31%. The male literacy rate is 83.46%, while the female literacy rate is 73.75%.