Salah - Baroh, Kangra
Salah is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Salah Jandrah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salah is 010090. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.02 hectares and falls under the 176054 pincode. Nagrota Bagwan is the nearest town.
Salah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salah
According to the 2011 Census, Salah village had a total population of 358 people, including 183 males and 175 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.66%, with male literacy at 93.71% and female literacy at 72.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 358 | 183 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 149 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 34 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Salah
Salah 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 Salah
Salah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Dharmsala to Salah is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salah 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salah
Where is Salah located?
Salah village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salah?
The Gram Panchayat of Salah is Salah Jandrah.
What is the pincode of Salah?
The pincode of Salah is 176054.
What is the population of Salah?
Salah had a total population of 358, including 183 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Salah?
Salah had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salah was 83.66%. Male literacy was 93.71% and female literacy was 72.79%.