Salaon - Ramshahr, Solan
Salaon is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Baheri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaon is 020623. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.22 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Salaon 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 Salaon
According to the 2011 Census, Salaon village had a total population of 70 people, including 38 males and 32 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.85%, with male literacy at 75.76% and female literacy at 60.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 13 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Salaon
Salaon 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 Salaon
Salaon 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 Salaon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salaon
Where is Salaon located?
Salaon village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Salaon is Baheri.
What is the pincode of Salaon?
The pincode of Salaon is 174102.
What is the population of Salaon?
Salaon had a total population of 70, including 38 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Salaon?
Salaon had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaon was 68.85%. Male literacy was 75.76% and female literacy was 60.71%.