Salaper - Dehar, Mandi
Salaper is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 44 km from Mandi. Slapper Colony serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salaper village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaper is 014290. The village covers a total geographical area of 288.47 hectares and falls under the 175017 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Salaper village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salaper
As per Census 2011, Salaper village has a total population of 2,850 people, consisting of 1,546 males and 1,304 females. The village has 713 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,258 literate and 592 illiterate residents. Additionally, 820 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salaper are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,850 | 1,546 | 1,304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 144 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 820 | 453 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,258 | 1,291 | 967 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 255 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Salaper
Salaper 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 Salaper
Salaper 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 Salaper is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salaper
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salaper village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salaper
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salaper 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Salaper
Where is Salaper located?
Salaper village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salaper?
The Gram Panchayat of Salaper is Slapper Colony.
What is the pincode of Salaper?
The pincode of Salaper is 175017.
What is the population of Salaper?
Salaper has a total population of 2,850, including 1,546 males and 1,304 females.
How many households are there in Salaper?
There are 713 households in Salaper.
What is the literacy rate in Salaper?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaper is 79.23%. Male literacy is 83.51% and female literacy is 74.16%.