Saloh

Saloh is a village located in Bhattiyat tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 62km away from district headquarter Chuari Khas. Chuari Khas is the sub-district headquarter of Saloh village. As per 2009 stats, Jatruhan is the gram panchayat of Saloh village.

Saloh has its own place in the vibrant Chamba 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 Saloh

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saloh is 007583. The village spans a total geographical area of 135.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176302. Chuari Khas is nearest town to Saloh village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Saloh 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 Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra 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 Saloh

Below is a concise population overview of Saloh as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 279 121 158
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 31 12 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 57 19 38
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 6 1 5
Literate Population 201 98 103
Illiterate Population 78 23 55

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Saloh village:

  • The total population of Saloh village is around 279, including approximately 121 males and 158 females, with a sex ratio of 1305 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 31 children aged 0–6 years in Saloh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Saloh village has 57 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Saloh village is about 72.04%, with male literacy at 80.99% and female literacy at 65.19%.
  • There are around 63 households in Saloh village.

Connectivity of Saloh

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saloh. As per the 2011 stats, Saloh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Saloh

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Saloh

Where is Saloh located?
Saloh village is situated in Bhattiyat Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saloh?
The Gram Panchayat of Saloh is Jatruhan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Saloh?
The pincode of Saloh is 176302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Saloh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saloh is 279, with 121 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Saloh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Saloh village has a total of 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saloh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saloh is 72.04%. The male literacy rate is 80.99%, while the female literacy rate is 65.19%.