Salwan - Telka, Chamba
Salwan is a village situated in the Telka tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Chamba. Salwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salwan is 007169. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.81 hectares and falls under the 176312 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Salwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salwan
As per Census 2011, Salwan village has a total population of 889 people, consisting of 418 males and 471 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 1,126 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 491 literate and 398 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 146 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salwan are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Salwan
Salwan 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 Salwan
Salwan 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Salwan is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Salwan
Where is Salwan located?
Salwan village is located in Telka Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salwan?
Salwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salwan?
The pincode of Salwan is 176312.
What is the population of Salwan?
Salwan has a total population of 889, including 418 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Salwan?
There are 162 households in Salwan.
What is the literacy rate in Salwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salwan is 55.23%. Male literacy is 64.11% and female literacy is 47.35%.