Salhan
About Salhan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Salhan village is 373672. Salhan village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 453.07 hectares. Salhan has a total population of 1,902 peoples, out of which male population is 976 while female population is 926. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 948 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of salhan village is 57.89% out of which 67.62% males and 47.62% females are literate. There are about 386 houses in salhan village. Pincode of salhan village locality is 835101.
When it comes to administration, Salhan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Salhan village comes under Khijri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency. Ranchi is nearest town to salhan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Salhan
The population details of Salhan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,902 | 976 | 926 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 257 | 141 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 124 | 73 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 511 | 278 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 1,101 | 660 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 316 | 485 |
Connectivity of Salhan
| 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 |
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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%.