Salhan
Salhan is a village located in Angara subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 25km away from district headquarter Angara. Angara is the sub-district headquarter of Salhan village. As per 2009 stats, Salhan village is also a gram panchayat.
Salhan has its own place in the vibrant Ranchi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Salhan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salhan is 373672. The village spans a total geographical area of 453.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835101. Ranchi is nearest town to Salhan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Salhan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khijri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Salhan
Population of Salhan
Below is a concise population overview of Salhan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,902 | 976 | 926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 141 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 73 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 511 | 278 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 1,101 | 660 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 316 | 485 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salhan village:
- The total population of Salhan village is around 1,902, including approximately 976 males and 926 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 257 children aged 0–6 years in Salhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salhan village has 124 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 511 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salhan village is about 57.89%, with male literacy at 67.62% and female literacy at 47.62%.
- There are around 386 households in Salhan village.
Connectivity of Salhan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salhan. As per the 2011 stats, Salhan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salhan
Knowing the nearby villages of Salhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salhan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salhan
- Where is Salhan located?
- Salhan village is situated in Angara Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salhan?
- Salhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salhan?
- The pincode of Salhan is 835101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salhan is 1,902, with 976 males and 926 females.
- How many households are there in Salhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salhan village has a total of 386 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salhan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salhan is 57.89%. The male literacy rate is 67.62%, while the female literacy rate is 47.62%.