Salain

Salain is a village located in Saipung subdivision of Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Saipung (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Jowai.

Salain has its own place in the vibrant Jaintia Hills 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 Salain

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salain is 279585. Saipung is nearest town to Salain village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Salain

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 66 28 38
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 13 3 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 65 28 37
Literate Population N/A N/A N/A
Illiterate Population 66 28 38

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

  • The total population of Salain village is around 66, including approximately 28 males and 38 females, with a sex ratio of 1357 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 13 children aged 0–6 years in Salain village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salain village has 65 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • There are around 15 households in Salain village.

Connectivity of Salain

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salain. As per the 2011 stats, Salain had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Salain

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

Moullian Bambaithol Kayengpur Kayengphai Diruphai Dimasitung Khoingoi Simlei Khaddum Tlangmoi Saitual

Frequently Asked Questions about Salain

Where is Salain located?
Salain village is situated in Saipung Subdivision, within the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Salain?
The pincode of Salain is 793200, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salain as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salain is 66, with 28 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Salain as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salain village has a total of 15 households.