Salyote - Chowki Choura, Jammu
Salyote is a village situated in the Chowki Choura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Akhnoor and around 78 km from Jammu. Salyote village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salyote is 005422. The village covers a total geographical area of 1506.3 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Sunderban is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Salyote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salyote
According to the 2011 Census, Salyote village had a total population of 2,032 people, including 1,053 males and 979 females, living in 437 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.87%, with male literacy at 84.98% and female literacy at 72.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
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 | 2,032 | 1,053 | 979 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 154 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,385 | 764 | 621 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 289 | 358 |
Nearby Villages of Salyote
Salyote 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 Salyote
Public transport in the Salyote is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sunderban to Salyote is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Salyote is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salyote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salyote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salyote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salyote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salyote
Where is Salyote located?
Salyote village is located in Chowki Choura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Salyote?
Salyote is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salyote?
The pincode of Salyote is 181201.
What is the population of Salyote?
Salyote had a total population of 2,032, including 1,053 males and 979 females.
How many households are there in Salyote?
Salyote had 437 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salyote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salyote was 78.87%. Male literacy was 84.98% and female literacy was 72.46%.