Salehran - Nalagarh, Solan
Salehran is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Barian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salehran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salehran is 020995. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Salehran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salehran
According to the 2011 Census, Salehran village had a total population of 522 people, including 271 males and 251 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.26%, with male literacy at 82.95% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 468.
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 | 522 | 271 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 54 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 468 | 242 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 180 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 91 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Salehran
Salehran 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 Salehran
Salehran 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 Salehran is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salehran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salehran 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salehran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salehran 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salehran
Where is Salehran located?
Salehran village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salehran?
The Gram Panchayat of Salehran is Barian.
What is the pincode of Salehran?
The pincode of Salehran is 174101.
What is the population of Salehran?
Salehran had a total population of 522, including 271 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Salehran?
Salehran had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salehran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salehran was 70.26%. Male literacy was 82.95% and female literacy was 57.14%.