Salamabad - Uri, Baramulla
Salamabad is a village situated in the Uri tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Uri and around 50 km from Baramulla. Salambad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salamabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salamabad is 002532. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.1 hectares and falls under the 193123 pincode. Uri is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Salamabad 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 Salamabad
As per Census 2011, Salamabad village has a total population of 1,766 people, consisting of 905 males and 861 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 434 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 975 literate and 791 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salamabad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,766 | 905 | 861 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 434 | 236 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 57 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 975 | 564 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 341 | 450 |
Nearby Villages of Salamabad
Salamabad 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 Salamabad
Salamabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uri to Salamabad is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Salamabad is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salamabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salamabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salamabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salamabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Salamabad
Where is Salamabad located?
Salamabad village is located in Uri Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salamabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Salamabad is Salambad.
What is the pincode of Salamabad?
The pincode of Salamabad is 193123.
What is the population of Salamabad?
Salamabad has a total population of 1,766, including 905 males and 861 females.
How many households are there in Salamabad?
There are 285 households in Salamabad.
What is the literacy rate in Salamabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salamabad is 55.21%. Male literacy is 62.32% and female literacy is 47.74%.