Sallan - Hiranagar, Kathua
Sallan is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Sallan village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sallan is 001998. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 184144 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sallan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hira Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sallan
According to the 2011 Census, Sallan village had a total population of 690 people, including 362 males and 328 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.06%, with male literacy at 94.48% and female literacy at 85.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130.
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 | 690 | 362 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 61 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 562 | 308 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 54 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Sallan
Sallan 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 Sallan
Sallan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sallan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Sallan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Sallan is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sallan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sallan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sallan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sallan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sallan
Where is Sallan located?
Sallan village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sallan?
Sallan is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sallan?
The pincode of Sallan is 184144.
What is the population of Sallan?
Sallan had a total population of 690, including 362 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Sallan?
Sallan had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sallan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sallan was 90.06%. Male literacy was 94.48% and female literacy was 85.23%.