Salag - Dharmsala, Kangra
Salag is a village situated in the Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Andrad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salag is 009630. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.75 hectares and falls under the 176052 pincode. Yol is the nearest town.
Salag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamshala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salag
As per Census 2011, Salag village has a total population of 463 people, consisting of 228 males and 235 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 417 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 463 | 228 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 417 | 198 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 140 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 88 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Salag
Salag 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 Salag
Salag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Salag is about 18 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 Salag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salag 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salag
Where is Salag located?
Salag village is located in Dharmsala Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salag?
The Gram Panchayat of Salag is Andrad.
What is the pincode of Salag?
The pincode of Salag is 176052.
What is the population of Salag?
Salag has a total population of 463, including 228 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Salag?
There are 105 households in Salag.
What is the literacy rate in Salag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salag is 55.29%. Male literacy is 61.40% and female literacy is 49.36%.