Saleri - Kalakote, Rajouri
Saleri is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalakote and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Dhangiote West serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Saleri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saleri is 001496. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.8 hectares and falls under the 185202 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Saleri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saleri
According to the 2011 Census, Saleri village had a total population of 165 people, including 92 males and 73 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 793 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.49%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 38.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 165 | 92 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 46 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 46 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Saleri
Saleri 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 Saleri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Saleri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajouri to Saleri is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saleri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saleri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saleri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saleri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saleri
Where is Saleri located?
Saleri village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Saleri?
The Halqa Panchayat of Saleri is Dhangiote West.
What is the pincode of Saleri?
The pincode of Saleri is 185202.
What is the population of Saleri?
Saleri had a total population of 165, including 92 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Saleri?
Saleri had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saleri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saleri was 53.49%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 38.33%.