Salpat - Udaipur, Lahaul And Spiti
Salpat is a village situated in the Udaipur tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Kyelang. Udaipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salpat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salpat is 012226. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.92 hectares and falls under the 175142 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Salpat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salpat
According to the 2011 Census, Salpat village had a total population of 166 people, including 81 males and 85 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.30%, with male literacy at 84.51% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 165.
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 | 166 | 81 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 80 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 21 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Salpat
Salpat 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 Salpat
Public transport in the Salpat is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kyelang to Salpat is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salpat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salpat 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 Salpat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salpat 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salpat
Where is Salpat located?
Salpat village is located in Udaipur Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salpat?
The Gram Panchayat of Salpat is Udaipur.
What is the pincode of Salpat?
The pincode of Salpat is 175142.
What is the population of Salpat?
Salpat had a total population of 166, including 81 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Salpat?
Salpat had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salpat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salpat was 77.30%. Male literacy was 84.51% and female literacy was 70.00%.