Salach - Dinanagar, Gurdaspur
Salach is a village situated in the Dinanagar tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from Gurdaspur and around 16 km from Gurdaspur. Mirzapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salach village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salach is 027828. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 143531 pincode. Gurdaspur is the nearest town.
Salach village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dina Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salach
According to the 2011 Census, Salach village had a total population of 229 people, including 119 males and 110 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.38%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 63.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 119 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 90 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 29 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Salach
Salach is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Salach
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Salach. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Salach.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Salach is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salach
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salach village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Salach
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salach village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Salach
Where is Salach located?
Salach village is located in Dinanagar Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salach?
The Gram Panchayat of Salach is Mirzapur.
What is the pincode of Salach?
The pincode of Salach is 143531.
What is the population of Salach?
Salach had a total population of 229, including 119 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Salach?
Salach had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salach?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salach was 75.38%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 63.33%.