Salher - Baglan, Nashik
Salher is a village situated in the Baglan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satana and around 133 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Salher village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salher is 550020. The village covers a total geographical area of 2410 hectares and falls under the 423302 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Salher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baglan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salher
As per Census 2011, Salher village has a total population of 3,112 people, consisting of 1,556 males and 1,556 females. The village has 570 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 510 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,595 literate and 1,517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,042 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salher are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,112 | 1,556 | 1,556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 258 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,042 | 1,517 | 1,525 |
| Literate Population | 1,595 | 893 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,517 | 663 | 854 |
Nearby Villages of Salher
Salher is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Waghambe | North | 3.21 km |
| Salwan | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Vathode | South | 3.86 km |
| Punadnagar | South-West | 5.24 km |
| Pisore | East | 5.24 km |
| Bhimkhet | North-East | 6.02 km |
| Babhulane | North | 6.73 km |
| Malagaon Bk. | South | 7.02 km |
| Khardedigar | South-West | 7.73 km |
| Malgaon Kh. | East | 7.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salher
Salher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satana to Salher is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Salher is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salher village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salher
Where is Salher located?
Salher village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salher?
Salher is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salher?
The pincode of Salher is 423302.
What is the population of Salher?
Salher has a total population of 3,112, including 1,556 males and 1,556 females.
How many households are there in Salher?
There are 570 households in Salher.
What is the literacy rate in Salher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salher is 51.25%. Male literacy is 57.39% and female literacy is 45.12%.