Salihar
About Salihar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Salihar village is 010848. Salihar village is located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 73km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Salihar village. As per 2009 stats, Salihar village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 296.96 hectares. Salihar has a total population of 1,052 peoples, out of which male population is 541 while female population is 511. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 944 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of salihar village is 70.34% out of which 76.71% males and 63.60% females are literate. There are about 210 houses in salihar village. Pincode of salihar village locality is 176031.
When it comes to administration, Salihar 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, Salihar village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to salihar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Salihar
The population details of Salihar 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 | 1,052 | 541 | 511 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 96 | 44 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 363 | 187 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 740 | 415 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 126 | 186 |
Connectivity of Salihar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salihar
Where is Salihar located?
Salihar village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salihar?
Salihar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Salihar?
The pincode of Salihar is 176031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salihar is 1,052, with 541 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Salihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salihar village has a total of 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salihar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salihar is 70.34%. The male literacy rate is 76.71%, while the female literacy rate is 63.60%.