Salon

Salon is a village located in Sandhol tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 92km away from district headquarter Sandhol. Sandhol is the sub-district headquarter of Salon village. As per 2009 stats, Binga Dpr is the gram panchayat of Salon village.

Salon has its own place in the vibrant Mandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Salon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salon is 013639. The village spans a total geographical area of 62.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175050. Sarkaghat is nearest town to Salon village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Salon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Salon

Below is a concise population overview of Salon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 248 119 129
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 25 9 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 30 15 15
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 190 106 84
Illiterate Population 58 13 45

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salon village:

  • The total population of Salon village is around 248, including approximately 119 males and 129 females, with a sex ratio of 1084 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 25 children aged 0–6 years in Salon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salon village has 30 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Salon village is about 76.61%, with male literacy at 89.08% and female literacy at 65.12%.
  • There are around 55 households in Salon village.

Connectivity of Salon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salon. As per the 2011 stats, Salon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Salon

Knowing the nearby villages of Salon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Salon

Where is Salon located?
Salon village is situated in Sandhol Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salon?
The Gram Panchayat of Salon is Binga Dpr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salon?
The pincode of Salon is 175050, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salon is 248, with 119 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Salon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salon village has a total of 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salon is 76.61%. The male literacy rate is 89.08%, while the female literacy rate is 65.12%.