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
As per Census 2011, Salaon village has a total population of 70 people, consisting of 38 males and 32 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 42 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| 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 has a total population of 70, including 38 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Salaon?
There are 13 households in Salaon.
What is the literacy rate in Salaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaon is 60.00%. Male literacy is 65.79% and female literacy is 53.13%.