Salana - Drabshala, Kishtwar
Salana is a village situated in the Drabshala tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Kishtwar and around 10 km from Kishtwar. Bhadat serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Salana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salana is 004702. The village covers a total geographical area of 310.4 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Salana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salana
According to the 2011 Census, Salana village had a total population of 693 people, including 346 males and 347 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.29%, with male literacy at 81.73% and female literacy at 54.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 693 | 346 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 34 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 255 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 91 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Salana
Salana 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 Salana
Salana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Salana is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salana
Where is Salana located?
Salana village is located in Drabshala Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Salana?
The Halqa Panchayat of Salana is Bhadat.
What is the pincode of Salana?
The pincode of Salana is 182204.
What is the population of Salana?
Salana had a total population of 693, including 346 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Salana?
Salana had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salana was 68.29%. Male literacy was 81.73% and female literacy was 54.46%.