Salem Shah
Salem Shah is a village located in Fazilka tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Fazilka (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Salemshah is the gram panchayat of Salem Shah village.
Here you can discover what makes Salem Shah unique in its vibrant Fazilka-Firozpur region. You’ll see Salem Shah’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 Salem Shah
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salem Shah is 035091. The village spans a total geographical area of 917 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152123. Fazilka is nearest town to Salem Shah village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Salem Shah
Population of Salem Shah
According to the 2011 Census, Salem Shah has a total population of about 3,548, with approximately 1,871 males and 1,677 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 455 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,548 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.93%, with male literacy at about 59.49% and female literacy near 45.62%. There are around 754 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salem Shah's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,548 | 1,871 | 1,677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 248 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,548 | 1,356 | 1,192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,878 | 1,113 | 765 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,670 | 758 | 912 |
Connectivity of Salem Shah
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salem Shah. As per the 2011 stats, Salem Shah 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 within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salem Shah
Knowing the nearby villages of Salem Shah helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salem Shah.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salem Shah
- Where is Salem Shah located?
- Salem Shah village is situated in Fazilka Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salem Shah?
- The Gram Panchayat of Salem Shah is Salemshah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Salem Shah?
- The pincode of Salem Shah is 152123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salem Shah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salem Shah is 3,548, with 1,871 males and 1,677 females.
- How many households are there in Salem Shah as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salem Shah village has a total of 754 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salem Shah as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salem Shah is 52.93%. The male literacy rate is 59.49%, while the female literacy rate is 45.62%.