Saloa - Baroh, Kangra
Saloa is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Touru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saloa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saloa is 010133. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.24 hectares and falls under the 176054 pincode. Nagrota Bagwan is the nearest town.
Saloa 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 Saloa
According to the 2011 Census, Saloa village had a total population of 83 people, including 41 males and 42 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 69.23%.
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 | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 5 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Saloa
Saloa 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 Saloa
Saloa 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 Saloa is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saloa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saloa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saloa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saloa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saloa
Where is Saloa located?
Saloa village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saloa?
The Gram Panchayat of Saloa is Touru.
What is the pincode of Saloa?
The pincode of Saloa is 176054.
What is the population of Saloa?
Saloa had a total population of 83, including 41 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Saloa?
Saloa had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saloa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saloa was 81.82%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 69.23%.