Saloh
About Saloh
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Saloh village is 011591. Saloh 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 Saloh village. As per 2009 stats, Saloh village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 283.85 hectares. Saloh has a total population of 1,853 peoples, out of which male population is 907 while female population is 946. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1042 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of saloh village is 76.96% out of which 81.48% males and 72.62% females are literate. There are about 448 houses in saloh village. Pincode of saloh village locality is 176102.
When it comes to administration, Saloh 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, Saloh village comes under Sullah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Palampur is nearest town to saloh village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Saloh
The population details of Saloh 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 | 1,853 | 907 | 946 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 209 | 108 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 464 | 230 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 1,426 | 739 | 687 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 168 | 259 |
Connectivity of Saloh
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Saloh
Where is Saloh located?
Saloh village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saloh?
Saloh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Saloh?
The pincode of Saloh is 176102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Saloh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saloh is 1,853, with 907 males and 946 females.
How many households are there in Saloh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Saloh village has a total of 448 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saloh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saloh is 76.96%. The male literacy rate is 81.48%, while the female literacy rate is 72.62%.