Salana

Salana is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Salana village. As per 2009 stats, Thadi is the gram panchayat of Salana village.

Salana has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 Salana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salana is 024479. The village spans a total geographical area of 141.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173219. Shimla is nearest town to Salana village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Salana

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 338 176 162
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 40 23 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 243 128 115
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 253 141 112
Illiterate Population 85 35 50

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

  • The total population of Salana village is around 338, including approximately 176 males and 162 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Salana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salana village has 243 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Salana village is about 74.85%, with male literacy at 80.11% and female literacy at 69.14%.
  • There are around 68 households in Salana village.

Connectivity of Salana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salana. As per the 2011 stats, Salana 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Salana

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Salana

Where is Salana located?
Salana village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salana?
The Gram Panchayat of Salana is Thadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salana?
The pincode of Salana is 173219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salana is 338, with 176 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Salana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salana village has a total of 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salana is 74.85%. The male literacy rate is 80.11%, while the female literacy rate is 69.14%.