Saloa - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Saloa is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Saloa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saloa is 019564. The village covers a total geographical area of 239.3 hectares and falls under the 174201 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Saloa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saloa
According to the 2011 Census, Saloa village had a total population of 489 people, including 242 males and 247 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.49%, with male literacy at 90.54% and female literacy at 76.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 152, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 489 | 242 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 20 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 80 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 201 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 41 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Saloa
Saloa 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 Saloa
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Saloa. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Saloa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Naina Devi to Saloa is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Saloa is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saloa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saloa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saloa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saloa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saloa
Where is Saloa located?
Saloa village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saloa?
Saloa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saloa?
The pincode of Saloa is 174201.
What is the population of Saloa?
Saloa had a total population of 489, including 242 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Saloa?
Saloa had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saloa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saloa was 83.49%. Male literacy was 90.54% and female literacy was 76.17%.