Salun
Salun is a village located in Niwali tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Niwali (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Salun village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Salun unique in its vibrant Niwali-Barwani region. You’ll see Salun’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 Salun
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salun is 478501. The village spans a total geographical area of 403.69 hectares. Sendhwa is nearest town to Salun village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Salun 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 Pansemal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Salun
Population of Salun
According to the 2011 Census, Salun has a total population of about 1,666, with approximately 836 males and 830 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 386 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 88 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,576. The overall literacy rate is approximately 25.75%, with male literacy at about 31.70% and female literacy near 19.76%. There are around 281 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salun's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,666 | 836 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 219 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,576 | 792 | 784 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 265 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,237 | 571 | 666 |
Connectivity of Salun
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salun. As per the 2011 stats, Salun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Salun
Knowing the nearby villages of Salun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salun.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salun
- Where is Salun located?
- Salun village is situated in Niwali Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salun?
- Salun serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Salun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salun is 1,666, with 836 males and 830 females.
- How many households are there in Salun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salun village has a total of 281 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salun as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salun is 25.75%. The male literacy rate is 31.70%, while the female literacy rate is 19.76%.