Salani - Mamlig, Solan
Salani is a village situated in the Mamlig tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from Solan. Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salani is 022313. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.15 hectares and falls under the 173222 pincode. Shimla 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 Solan 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 64 people, including 31 males and 33 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.33%, with male literacy at 82.76% and female literacy at 74.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 7 | 10 |
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 auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Salani is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salani
Where is Salani located?
Salani village is located in Mamlig Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salani?
The Gram Panchayat of Salani is Kot.
What is the pincode of Salani?
The pincode of Salani is 173222.
What is the population of Salani?
Salani had a total population of 64, including 31 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Salani?
Salani had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salani was 78.33%. Male literacy was 82.76% and female literacy was 74.19%.