Salon - Sandhol, Mandi
Salon is a village situated in the Sandhol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Binga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salon is 013639. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.23 hectares and falls under the 175050 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Salon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salon
According to the 2011 Census, Salon village had a total population of 248 people, including 119 males and 129 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.20%, with male literacy at 96.36% and female literacy at 74.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 248 | 119 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 106 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 13 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Salon
Salon 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 Salon
Public transport in the Salon 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 Salon is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Salon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salon
Where is Salon located?
Salon village is located in Sandhol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salon?
The Gram Panchayat of Salon is Binga.
What is the pincode of Salon?
The pincode of Salon is 175050.
What is the population of Salon?
Salon had a total population of 248, including 119 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Salon?
Salon had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salon was 85.20%. Male literacy was 96.36% and female literacy was 74.34%.