Salunian

Salunian is a village located in Mandi tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Mandi (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Saloonia is the gram panchayat of Salunian village.

Salunian has its own place in the vibrant Punch 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 Salunian

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salunian is 001154. The village spans a total geographical area of 824 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185102. Punch is nearest town to Salunian village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.

When it comes to local governance, Salunian village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Poonch Haveli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Salunian

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,159 1,637 1,522
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 669 356 313
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2,021 1,052 969
Literate Population 1,506 944 562
Illiterate Population 1,653 693 960

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

  • The total population of Salunian village is around 3,159, including approximately 1,637 males and 1,522 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 669 children aged 0–6 years in Salunian village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salunian village has 2,021 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Salunian village is about 47.67%, with male literacy at 57.67% and female literacy at 36.93%.
  • There are around 582 households in Salunian village.

Connectivity of Salunian

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salunian. As per the 2011 stats, Salunian 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Salunian

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

Markote Dedar Balnai Jalian Atoli Azamabad Bandikama Khan Pindi Gali Gali Nag Jandrola Sathra

Frequently Asked Questions about Salunian

Where is Salunian located?
Salunian village is situated in Mandi Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salunian?
The Gram Panchayat of Salunian is Saloonia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salunian?
The pincode of Salunian is 185102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salunian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salunian is 3,159, with 1,637 males and 1,522 females.
How many households are there in Salunian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salunian village has a total of 582 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salunian as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salunian is 47.67%. The male literacy rate is 57.67%, while the female literacy rate is 36.93%.