Salangari - Pragpur, Kangra
Salangari is a village situated in the Pragpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 68 km from Dharmsala. Muhin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salangari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salangari is 010706. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.81 hectares and falls under the 177108 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Salangari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salangari
According to the 2011 Census, Salangari village had a total population of 242 people, including 130 males and 112 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.28%, with male literacy at 97.44% and female literacy at 81.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | 130 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 47 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 114 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 16 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Salangari
Salangari 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 Salangari
Salangari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Salangari is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salangari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salangari 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salangari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salangari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Salangari
Where is Salangari located?
Salangari village is located in Pragpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salangari?
The Gram Panchayat of Salangari is Muhin.
What is the pincode of Salangari?
The pincode of Salangari is 177108.
What is the population of Salangari?
Salangari had a total population of 242, including 130 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Salangari?
Salangari had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salangari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salangari was 90.28%. Male literacy was 97.44% and female literacy was 81.82%.