Salang
About Salang
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Salang village is 013268. Salang village is located in Jogindarnagar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 65km away from district headquarter Jogindarnagar. Jogindarnagar is the sub-district headquarter of Salang village. As per 2009 stats, Tikru is the gram panchayat of Salang village.
The total geographical area of village is 103.5 hectares. Salang has a total population of 585 peoples, out of which male population is 274 while female population is 311. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1135 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of salang village is 73.50% out of which 77.37% males and 70.10% females are literate. There are about 138 houses in salang village. Pincode of salang village locality is 175032.
When it comes to administration, Salang village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Salang village comes under Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Jogindarnagar is nearest town to salang village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Salang
The population details of Salang cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 585 | 274 | 311 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 62 | 40 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 218 | 100 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 430 | 212 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 62 | 93 |
Connectivity of Salang
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salang
Where is Salang located?
Salang village is situated in Jogindarnagar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salang?
The Gram Panchayat of Salang is Tikru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salang?
The pincode of Salang is 175032, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salang is 585, with 274 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Salang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salang village has a total of 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salang is 73.50%. The male literacy rate is 77.37%, while the female literacy rate is 70.10%.