Saluru

Saluru is a village located in Shikarpur taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Shikarpur (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Saluru village is also a gram panchayat.

Saluru has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga 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 Saluru

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saluru is 607819. The village spans a total geographical area of 2262.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577214. Shikarpur is nearest town to Saluru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Saluru

Below is a concise population overview of Saluru as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,742 1,919 1,823
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 416 224 192
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,875 966 909
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 43 21 22
Literate Population 2,364 1,315 1,049
Illiterate Population 1,378 604 774

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Saluru village:

  • The total population of Saluru village is around 3,742, including approximately 1,919 males and 1,823 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 416 children aged 0–6 years in Saluru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Saluru village has 1,875 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 43 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Saluru village is about 63.17%, with male literacy at 68.53% and female literacy at 57.54%.
  • There are around 850 households in Saluru village.

Connectivity of Saluru

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saluru. As per the 2011 stats, Saluru 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Saluru

Knowing the nearby villages of Saluru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saluru.

Frequently Asked Questions about Saluru

Where is Saluru located?
Saluru village is situated in Shikarpur Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saluru?
Saluru serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Saluru?
The pincode of Saluru is 577214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Saluru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saluru is 3,742, with 1,919 males and 1,823 females.
How many households are there in Saluru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Saluru village has a total of 850 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saluru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saluru is 63.17%. The male literacy rate is 68.53%, while the female literacy rate is 57.54%.