Salwana - Dehar, Mandi
Salwana is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from Mandi. Salwana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salwana is 014271. The village covers a total geographical area of 256.28 hectares and falls under the 175018 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Salwana 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 Salwana
According to the 2011 Census, Salwana village had a total population of 829 people, including 419 males and 410 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.61%, with male literacy at 85.79% and female literacy at 65.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 829 | 419 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 26 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 320 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 99 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Salwana
Salwana 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 Salwana
Salwana 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 Salwana is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salwana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salwana 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salwana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salwana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salwana
Where is Salwana located?
Salwana village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salwana?
Salwana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salwana?
The pincode of Salwana is 175018.
What is the population of Salwana?
Salwana had a total population of 829, including 419 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Salwana?
Salwana had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salwana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salwana was 75.61%. Male literacy was 85.79% and female literacy was 65.21%.