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
According to the 2011 Census, Salanu village had a total population of 207 people, including 99 males and 108 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.07%, with male literacy at 94.32% and female literacy at 74.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 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 had a total population of 207, including 99 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Salanu?
Salanu had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salanu was 84.07%. Male literacy was 94.32% and female literacy was 74.47%.