Salana

Salana is a village located in Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 102km away from district headquarter Rajgarh. Rajgarh is the sub-district headquarter of Salana village. As per 2009 stats, Shalana is the gram panchayat of Salana village.

Salana has its own place in the vibrant Sirmaur 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 022601. The village spans a total geographical area of 217.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173101. Rajgarh is nearest town to Salana village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Salana 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 Pachhad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla 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 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 524 275 249
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 56 32 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 96 48 48
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 19 13 6
Literate Population 407 227 180
Illiterate Population 117 48 69

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

  • The total population of Salana village is around 524, including approximately 275 males and 249 females, with a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 56 children aged 0–6 years in Salana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salana village has 96 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 19 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Salana village is about 77.67%, with male literacy at 82.55% and female literacy at 72.29%.
  • There are around 98 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 village
Railway Station Available within 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Salana

Where is Salana located?
Salana village is situated in Rajgarh Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salana?
The Gram Panchayat of Salana is Shalana (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 173101, 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 524, with 275 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Salana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salana village has a total of 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salana is 77.67%. The male literacy rate is 82.55%, while the female literacy rate is 72.29%.