Salana - Mamlig, Solan
Salana is a village situated in the Mamlig tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from Solan. Podhna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salana is 022339. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.31 hectares and falls under the 173222 pincode. Sabathu is the nearest town.
Salana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salana
According to the 2011 Census, Salana village had a total population of 30 people, including 16 males and 14 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.14%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 76.92%.
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 | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Salana
Salana 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 Salana
Salana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Solan to Salana is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salana
Where is Salana located?
Salana village is located in Mamlig Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salana?
The Gram Panchayat of Salana is Podhna.
What is the pincode of Salana?
The pincode of Salana is 173222.
What is the population of Salana?
Salana had a total population of 30, including 16 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Salana?
Salana had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salana was 82.14%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 76.92%.