Sallewal - Nalagarh, Solan
Sallewal is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Rajpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sallewal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sallewal is 020914. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Sallewal 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 Sallewal
According to the 2011 Census, Sallewal village had a total population of 817 people, including 525 males and 292 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 556 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.64%, with male literacy at 93.11% and female literacy at 73.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) 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 | 817 | 525 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 46 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 616 | 446 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 79 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Sallewal
Sallewal 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 Sallewal
Sallewal 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 Sallewal is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sallewal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sallewal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sallewal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sallewal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sallewal
Where is Sallewal located?
Sallewal village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sallewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sallewal is Rajpura.
What is the pincode of Sallewal?
The pincode of Sallewal is 174101.
What is the population of Sallewal?
Sallewal had a total population of 817, including 525 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Sallewal?
Sallewal had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sallewal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sallewal was 86.64%. Male literacy was 93.11% and female literacy was 73.28%.