Salani - Nahan, Sirmaur
Salani is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Salani Katola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salani is 023182. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.24 hectares and falls under the 173030 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Salani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salani
As per Census 2011, Salani village has a total population of 484 people, consisting of 247 males and 237 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 297 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 311 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 484 | 247 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 34 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 67 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 150 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 176 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 71 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Salani
Salani 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 Salani
Salani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Nahan to Salani is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salani
Where is Salani located?
Salani village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salani?
The Gram Panchayat of Salani is Salani Katola.
What is the pincode of Salani?
The pincode of Salani is 173030.
What is the population of Salani?
Salani has a total population of 484, including 247 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Salani?
There are 90 households in Salani.
What is the literacy rate in Salani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salani is 61.36%. Male literacy is 71.26% and female literacy is 51.05%.