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
As per Census 2011, Salwana village has a total population of 829 people, consisting of 419 males and 410 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 558 literate and 271 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salwana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 829 | 419 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 26 | 36 |
| 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 has a total population of 829, including 419 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Salwana?
There are 154 households in Salwana.
What is the literacy rate in Salwana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salwana is 67.31%. Male literacy is 76.37% and female literacy is 58.05%.