Salasan - Boniyar, Baramulla
Salasan is a village situated in the Boniyar tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Boniyar and around 30 km from Baramulla. Baidan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salasan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salasan is 002598. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.6 hectares and falls under the 193122 pincode. Baramulla is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Salasan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salasan
According to the 2011 Census, Salasan village had a total population of 419 people, including 207 males and 212 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.76%, with male literacy at 64.10% and female literacy at 34.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 194.
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 | 419 | 207 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 94 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 100 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 107 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Salasan
Salasan 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 Salasan
Public transport in the Salasan is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baramulla to Salasan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salasan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salasan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salasan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salasan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salasan
Where is Salasan located?
Salasan village is located in Boniyar Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salasan?
The Gram Panchayat of Salasan is Baidan.
What is the pincode of Salasan?
The pincode of Salasan is 193122.
What is the population of Salasan?
Salasan had a total population of 419, including 207 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Salasan?
Salasan had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salasan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salasan was 48.76%. Male literacy was 64.10% and female literacy was 34.34%.