Salehr - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Salehr is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghalaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salehr village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salehr is 010486. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.26 hectares and falls under the 176029 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Salehr village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salehr
According to the 2011 Census, Salehr village had a total population of 255 people, including 124 males and 131 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.40%, with male literacy at 93.58% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 255 | 124 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 102 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 22 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Salehr
Salehr 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 Salehr
Salehr 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 | 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 Salehr is about 64 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 Salehr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salehr village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salehr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salehr 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salehr
Where is Salehr located?
Salehr village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salehr?
The Gram Panchayat of Salehr is Ghalaura.
What is the pincode of Salehr?
The pincode of Salehr is 176029.
What is the population of Salehr?
Salehr had a total population of 255, including 124 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Salehr?
Salehr had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salehr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salehr was 85.40%. Male literacy was 93.58% and female literacy was 77.78%.