Salan
About Salan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Salan village is 011587. Salan village is located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Salan village. As per 2009 stats, Baloh Salan is the gram panchayat of Salan village.
The total geographical area of village is 47.11 hectares. Salan has a total population of 602 peoples, out of which male population is 293 while female population is 309. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1054 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of salan village is 77.91% out of which 84.30% males and 71.84% females are literate. There are about 150 houses in salan village. Pincode of salan village locality is 176085.
When it comes to administration, Salan 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, Salan village comes under Sullah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Palampur is nearest town to salan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Salan
The population details of Salan 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 | 602 | 293 | 309 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 247 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 46 | 87 |
Connectivity of Salan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salan
Where is Salan located?
Salan village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salan?
The Gram Panchayat of Salan is Baloh Salan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salan?
The pincode of Salan is 176085, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salan is 602, with 293 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Salan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salan village has a total of 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salan is 77.91%. The male literacy rate is 84.30%, while the female literacy rate is 71.84%.