Salal Pur - Marheen, Kathua
Salal Pur is a village situated in the Marheen tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Hiranagar and around 31 km from Kathua. Kore Punnu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salal Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salal Pur is 002155. The village covers a total geographical area of 341 hectares and falls under the 184151 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Salal Pur 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 Salal Pur
As per Census 2011, Salal Pur village has a total population of 1,439 people, consisting of 773 males and 666 females. The village has 293 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 874 literate and 565 illiterate residents. Additionally, 564 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salal Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,439 | 773 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 87 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 564 | 311 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 90 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 874 | 504 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 565 | 269 | 296 |
Nearby Villages of Salal Pur
Salal Pur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Saharan | East | 1.50 km |
| Machhial | South | 1.75 km |
| Chak Balotrian | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Beli Bakayan | West | 1.99 km |
| Chak Lahori | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Suhagni | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Rathua | East | 2.90 km |
| Sandwan | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Chak Taru | East | 3.47 km |
| Tikri Dayalan | East | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salal Pur
Salal Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jammu Tawi, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.2 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Salal Pur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Salal Pur is about 31 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 Salal Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salal Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salal Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salal Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salal Pur
Where is Salal Pur located?
Salal Pur village is located in Marheen Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salal Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salal Pur is Kore Punnu.
What is the pincode of Salal Pur?
The pincode of Salal Pur is 184151.
What is the population of Salal Pur?
Salal Pur has a total population of 1,439, including 773 males and 666 females.
How many households are there in Salal Pur?
There are 293 households in Salal Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Salal Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salal Pur is 60.74%. Male literacy is 65.20% and female literacy is 55.56%.