Saloi - Amb, Una
Saloi is a village situated in the Amb tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. Pramb serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saloi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saloi is 018215. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.61 hectares and falls under the 177203 pincode. Gagret is the nearest town.
Saloi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chintpurni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saloi
According to the 2011 Census, Saloi village had a total population of 521 people, including 260 males and 261 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.77%, with male literacy at 88.65% and female literacy at 84.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 261, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 521 | 260 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 124 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 203 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 57 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Saloi
Saloi 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 Saloi
Saloi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Saloi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Saloi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saloi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saloi 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 Saloi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saloi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saloi
Where is Saloi located?
Saloi village is located in Amb Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saloi?
The Gram Panchayat of Saloi is Pramb.
What is the pincode of Saloi?
The pincode of Saloi is 177203.
What is the population of Saloi?
Saloi had a total population of 521, including 260 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Saloi?
Saloi had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saloi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saloi was 86.77%. Male literacy was 88.65% and female literacy was 84.91%.