Salwan
Salwan is a village located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 55km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Salwan village. As per 2009 stats, Salwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Salwan 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 Salwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salwan is 007169. The village spans a total geographical area of 94.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176312. Chamba is nearest town to Salwan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Salwan 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 Dalhousie 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.
Google Map of Salwan
Population of Salwan
Below is a concise population overview of Salwan 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 | 889 | 418 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 71 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 161 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 64 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 491 | 268 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 150 | 248 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salwan village:
- The total population of Salwan village is around 889, including approximately 418 males and 471 females, with a sex ratio of 1126 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 134 children aged 0–6 years in Salwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salwan village has 339 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 146 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salwan village is about 55.23%, with male literacy at 64.11% and female literacy at 47.35%.
- There are around 162 households in Salwan village.
Connectivity of Salwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salwan. As per the 2011 stats, Salwan 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Salwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salwan
- Where is Salwan located?
- Salwan village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salwan?
- Salwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salwan?
- The pincode of Salwan is 176312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salwan is 889, with 418 males and 471 females.
- How many households are there in Salwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salwan village has a total of 162 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salwan is 55.23%. The male literacy rate is 64.11%, while the female literacy rate is 47.35%.