Salwar
Salwar is a village located in Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 56km away from district headquarter Jhanduta. Jhanduta is the sub-district headquarter of Salwar village. As per 2009 stats, Salwar village is also a gram panchayat.
Salwar has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 Salwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salwar is 019439. The village spans a total geographical area of 152.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174017. Naina Devi is nearest town to Salwar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Salwar 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 Jhanduta 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.
Google Map of Salwar
Population of Salwar
Below is a concise population overview of Salwar 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 | 356 | 183 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 269 | 148 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 35 | 52 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salwar village:
- The total population of Salwar village is around 356, including approximately 183 males and 173 females, with a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Salwar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salwar village has 97 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Salwar village is about 75.56%, with male literacy at 80.87% and female literacy at 69.94%.
- There are around 76 households in Salwar village.
Connectivity of Salwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salwar. As per the 2011 stats, Salwar 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 Salwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Salwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salwar
- Where is Salwar located?
- Salwar village is situated in Jhanduta Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salwar?
- Salwar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salwar?
- The pincode of Salwar is 174017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salwar is 356, with 183 males and 173 females.
- How many households are there in Salwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salwar village has a total of 76 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salwar is 75.56%. The male literacy rate is 80.87%, while the female literacy rate is 69.94%.