Saloh - Saho, Chamba
Saloh is a village situated in the Saho tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Chamba. Protha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saloh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saloh is 007994. The village covers a total geographical area of 278.95 hectares and falls under the 176311 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Saloh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saloh
According to the 2011 Census, Saloh village had a total population of 661 people, including 343 males and 318 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.56%, with male literacy at 61.54% and female literacy at 39.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 533, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.
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 | 661 | 343 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 70 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 533 | 274 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 67 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 168 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 175 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Saloh
Saloh 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 Saloh
Saloh 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 Chamba to Saloh is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saloh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saloh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saloh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saloh 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saloh
Where is Saloh located?
Saloh village is located in Saho Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saloh?
The Gram Panchayat of Saloh is Protha.
What is the pincode of Saloh?
The pincode of Saloh is 176311.
What is the population of Saloh?
Saloh had a total population of 661, including 343 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Saloh?
Saloh had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saloh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saloh was 50.56%. Male literacy was 61.54% and female literacy was 39.16%.