Salar

Salar is a village located in Pahalgam tehsil of Anantnag district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Pahalgam (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Anantnag.

Salar has its own place in the vibrant Anantnag region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Salar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salar is 003542. The village spans a total geographical area of 998.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 192401. Ashmuqam is nearest town to Salar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Salar

Below is a concise population overview of Salar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 9,151 4,754 4,397
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2,138 1,172 966
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,158 559 599
Literate Population 3,643 2,241 1,402
Illiterate Population 5,508 2,513 2,995

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salar village:

  • The total population of Salar village is around 9,151, including approximately 4,754 males and 4,397 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2,138 children aged 0–6 years in Salar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salar village has 1,158 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Salar village is about 39.81%, with male literacy at 47.14% and female literacy at 31.89%.
  • There are around 1,364 households in Salar village.

Connectivity of Salar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salar. As per the 2011 stats, Salar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Salar

Knowing the nearby villages of Salar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salar.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Salar

Where is Salar located?
Salar village is situated in Pahalgam Tehsil, within the Anantnag district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Salar?
The pincode of Salar is 192401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salar is 9,151, with 4,754 males and 4,397 females.
How many households are there in Salar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salar village has a total of 1,364 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salar is 39.81%. The male literacy rate is 47.14%, while the female literacy rate is 31.89%.