Salghuni

Salghuni is a village located in Thural tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 72km away from district headquarter Thural. Thural is the sub-district headquarter of Salghuni village. As per 2009 stats, Kauna is the gram panchayat of Salghuni village.

Here you can discover what makes Salghuni unique in its vibrant Thural-Kangra region. You’ll see Salghuni’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Salghuni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salghuni is 011099. The village spans a total geographical area of 70.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176107. Palampur is nearest town to Salghuni village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Salghuni 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 Sullah 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.

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Population of Salghuni

According to the 2011 Census, Salghuni has a total population of about 128, with approximately 60 males and 68 females. The sex ratio is around 1133 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 18 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.31%, with male literacy at about 80.00% and female literacy near 61.76%. There are around 27 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salghuni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 128 60 68
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 18 6 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 90 48 42
Illiterate Population 38 12 26

Connectivity of Salghuni

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salghuni. As per the 2011 stats, Salghuni 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Salghuni

Knowing the nearby villages of Salghuni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salghuni.

Frequently Asked Questions about Salghuni

Where is Salghuni located?
Salghuni village is situated in Thural Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salghuni?
The Gram Panchayat of Salghuni is Kauna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salghuni?
The pincode of Salghuni is 176107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salghuni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salghuni is 128, with 60 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Salghuni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salghuni village has a total of 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salghuni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salghuni is 70.31%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 61.76%.