Salhewal
About Salhewal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Salhewal village is 020914. Salhewal village is located in Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 95km away from district headquarter Nalagarh. Nalagarh is the sub-district headquarter of Salhewal village. As per 2009 stats, Rajpura is the gram panchayat of Salhewal village.
The total geographical area of village is 91 hectares. Salhewal has a total population of 817 peoples, out of which male population is 525 while female population is 292. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 556 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of salhewal village is 75.40% out of which 84.95% males and 58.22% females are literate. There are about 213 houses in salhewal village. Pincode of salhewal village locality is 174101.
When it comes to administration, Salhewal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Salhewal village comes under Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Nalagarh is nearest town to salhewal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Salhewal
The population details of Salhewal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 817 | 525 | 292 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 106 | 46 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 616 | 446 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 79 | 122 |
Connectivity of Salhewal
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salhewal
Where is Salhewal located?
Salhewal village is situated in Nalagarh Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salhewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Salhewal is Rajpura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salhewal?
The pincode of Salhewal is 174101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salhewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salhewal is 817, with 525 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Salhewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salhewal village has a total of 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salhewal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salhewal is 75.40%. The male literacy rate is 84.95%, while the female literacy rate is 58.22%.