Salna

Salna is a village located in Kishtwar tehsil of Kishtwar district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from Kishtwar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Salna village. As per 2009 stats, Bhadat is the gram panchayat of Salna village.

Salna has its own place in the vibrant Kishtwar 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 Salna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salna is 004702. The village spans a total geographical area of 310.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182204. Kishtwar is nearest town to Salna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Salna

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 693 346 347
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 78 34 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 8 4 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 420 255 165
Illiterate Population 273 91 182

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

  • The total population of Salna village is around 693, including approximately 346 males and 347 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 78 children aged 0–6 years in Salna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salna village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Salna village is about 60.61%, with male literacy at 73.70% and female literacy at 47.55%.
  • There are around 127 households in Salna village.

Connectivity of Salna

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Salna

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Salna

Where is Salna located?
Salna village is situated in Kishtwar Tehsil, within the Kishtwar district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salna?
The Gram Panchayat of Salna is Bhadat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salna?
The pincode of Salna is 182204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salna is 693, with 346 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Salna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salna village has a total of 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salna is 60.61%. The male literacy rate is 73.70%, while the female literacy rate is 47.55%.