Saliana
Saliana is a village located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Saliana village. As per 2009 stats, Salyana Khas is the gram panchayat of Saliana village.
Saliana has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Saliana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saliana is 011819. The village spans a total geographical area of 56.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176103. Palampur is nearest town to Saliana village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Saliana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Saliana
Population of Saliana
Below is a concise population overview of Saliana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 890 | 430 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 35 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 144 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 365 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 65 | 114 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Saliana village:
- The total population of Saliana village is around 890, including approximately 430 males and 460 females, with a sex ratio of 1069 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 84 children aged 0–6 years in Saliana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Saliana village has 294 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 102 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Saliana village is about 79.89%, with male literacy at 84.88% and female literacy at 75.22%.
- There are around 207 households in Saliana village.
Connectivity of Saliana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saliana. As per the 2011 stats, Saliana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Saliana
Knowing the nearby villages of Saliana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saliana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saliana
- Where is Saliana located?
- Saliana village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saliana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Saliana is Salyana Khas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Saliana?
- The pincode of Saliana is 176103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Saliana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saliana is 890, with 430 males and 460 females.
- How many households are there in Saliana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saliana village has a total of 207 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saliana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saliana is 79.89%. The male literacy rate is 84.88%, while the female literacy rate is 75.22%.