Salag
About Salag
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Salag village is 009630. Salag village is located in Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from Dharmsala, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Salag village. As per 2009 stats, Tang Narwana is the gram panchayat of Salag village.
The total geographical area of village is 106.75 hectares. Salag has a total population of 463 peoples, out of which male population is 228 while female population is 235. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1030 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of salag village is 55.29% out of which 61.40% males and 49.36% females are literate. There are about 105 houses in salag village. Pincode of salag village locality is 176056.
When it comes to administration, Salag village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Salag village comes under Dharamshala Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Yol is nearest town to salag village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Salag
The population details of Salag cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 463 | 228 | 235 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 417 | 198 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 140 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 88 | 119 |
Connectivity of Salag
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salag
Where is Salag located?
Salag village is situated in Dharmsala Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salag?
The Gram Panchayat of Salag is Tang Narwana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salag?
The pincode of Salag is 176056, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salag is 463, with 228 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Salag as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salag village has a total of 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salag as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salag is 55.29%. The male literacy rate is 61.40%, while the female literacy rate is 49.36%.