Salore - Ramkote, Kathua
Salore is a village situated in the Ramkote tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 33 km from Billawar and around 60 km from Kathua. Salore village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salore is 001678. The village covers a total geographical area of 451 hectares and falls under the 184210 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Salore village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Billawar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salore
According to the 2011 Census, Salore village had a total population of 1,924 people, including 1,023 males and 901 females, living in 406 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.71%, with male literacy at 91.03% and female literacy at 75.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 271, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 1,924 | 1,023 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 131 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 140 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,423 | 812 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 211 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Salore
Salore 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 Salore
Salore is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Billawar to Salore is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Salore is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salore
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salore village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salore
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salore 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Salore
Where is Salore located?
Salore village is located in Ramkote Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salore?
Salore is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salore?
The pincode of Salore is 184210.
What is the population of Salore?
Salore had a total population of 1,924, including 1,023 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Salore?
Salore had 406 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salore?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salore was 83.71%. Male literacy was 91.03% and female literacy was 75.62%.