Saletar - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Saletar is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Amb Pathiar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saletar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saletar is 010535. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.36 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Saletar 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 Saletar
As per Census 2011, Saletar village has a total population of 573 people, consisting of 292 males and 281 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 441 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saletar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 573 | 292 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 143 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 242 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 50 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Saletar
Saletar 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 Saletar
Saletar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Saletar is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saletar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saletar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saletar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saletar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Saletar
Where is Saletar located?
Saletar village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saletar?
The Gram Panchayat of Saletar is Amb Pathiar.
What is the pincode of Saletar?
The pincode of Saletar is 176031.
What is the population of Saletar?
Saletar has a total population of 573, including 292 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Saletar?
There are 121 households in Saletar.
What is the literacy rate in Saletar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saletar is 76.96%. Male literacy is 82.88% and female literacy is 70.82%.