Salwan - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Salwan is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Ladda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salwan is 018901. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.35 hectares and falls under the 174026 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Salwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salwan
According to the 2011 Census, Salwan village had a total population of 383 people, including 191 males and 192 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.21%, with male literacy at 96.97% and female literacy at 82.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
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 | 383 | 191 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 26 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 160 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 31 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Salwan
Salwan 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 Salwan
Salwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Salwan is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salwan 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Salwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salwan
Where is Salwan located?
Salwan village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Salwan is Ladda.
What is the pincode of Salwan?
The pincode of Salwan is 174026.
What is the population of Salwan?
Salwan had a total population of 383, including 191 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Salwan?
Salwan had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salwan was 89.21%. Male literacy was 96.97% and female literacy was 82.02%.