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
According to the 2011 Census, Salani village had a total population of 484 people, including 247 males and 237 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.26%, with male literacy at 82.63% and female literacy at 61.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 311.
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 | 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 had a total population of 484, including 247 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Salani?
Salani had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salani was 72.26%. Male literacy was 82.63% and female literacy was 61.11%.