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.

Here you can discover what makes Saluru unique in its vibrant Shikarpur-Shimoga region. You’ll see Saluru’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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

According to the 2011 Census, Saluru has a total population of about 3,742, with approximately 1,919 males and 1,823 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 416 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,875 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 43. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.17%, with male literacy at about 68.53% and female literacy near 57.54%. There are around 850 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Saluru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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%.