Salwah
About Salwah
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Salwah village is 001191. Salwah village is located in Mendhar tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Mendhar (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Salwah Upper is the gram panchayat of Salwah village.
The total geographical area of village is 1165 hectares. Salwah has a total population of 6,456 peoples, out of which male population is 3,232 while female population is 3,224. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 997 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of salwah village is 52.08% out of which 62.00% males and 42.12% females are literate. There are about 1,103 houses in salwah village. Pincode of salwah village locality is 185111.
Punch is nearest town to salwah village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
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Population of Salwah
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,456 | 3,232 | 3,224 |
| Children (0-6) | 1,324 | 689 | 635 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,316 | 2,139 | 2,177 |
| Literate Population | 3,362 | 2,004 | 1,358 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,094 | 1,228 | 1,866 |
Connectivity of Salwah
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salwah
Where is Salwah located?
Salwah village is situated in Mendhar Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salwah?
The Gram Panchayat of Salwah is Salwah Upper (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salwah?
The pincode of Salwah is 185111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salwah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salwah is 6,456, with 3,232 males and 3,224 females.
How many households are there in Salwah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salwah village has a total of 1,103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salwah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salwah is 52.08%. The male literacy rate is 62.00%, while the female literacy rate is 42.12%.