Salanu - Bali Chowki, Mandi
Salanu is a village situated in the Bali Chowki tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Balichowki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salanu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salanu is 014995. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.15 hectares and falls under the 175106 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Salanu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salanu
As per Census 2011, Salanu village has a total population of 207 people, consisting of 99 males and 108 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salanu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 207 | 99 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 59 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 83 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 16 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Salanu
Salanu 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 Salanu
Salanu 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 Mandi to Salanu is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salanu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salanu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Salanu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salanu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Salanu
Where is Salanu located?
Salanu village is located in Bali Chowki Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salanu?
The Gram Panchayat of Salanu is Balichowki.
What is the pincode of Salanu?
The pincode of Salanu is 175106.
What is the population of Salanu?
Salanu has a total population of 207, including 99 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Salanu?
There are 49 households in Salanu.
What is the literacy rate in Salanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salanu is 73.91%. Male literacy is 83.84% and female literacy is 64.81%.