Saloon - Pouni, Reasi
Saloon is a village situated in the Pouni tehsil of Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Reasi and around 18 km from Reasi. Saloon village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saloon is 005318. The village covers a total geographical area of 457.7 hectares and falls under the 185203 pincode. Reasi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Saloon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saloon
According to the 2011 Census, Saloon village had a total population of 1,032 people, including 535 males and 497 females, living in 233 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.87%, with male literacy at 87.06% and female literacy at 70.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 282, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 1,032 | 535 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 79 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 144 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 698 | 397 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 138 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Saloon
Saloon 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 Saloon
Saloon 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 Reasi to Saloon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Reasi to Saloon is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saloon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saloon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saloon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saloon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saloon
Where is Saloon located?
Saloon village is located in Pouni Tehsil, Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Saloon?
Saloon is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saloon?
The pincode of Saloon is 185203.
What is the population of Saloon?
Saloon had a total population of 1,032, including 535 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Saloon?
Saloon had 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saloon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saloon was 78.87%. Male literacy was 87.06% and female literacy was 70.16%.