Salohar - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Salohar is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Chak Phala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salohar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salohar is 031030. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 144221 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Salohar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salohar
As per Census 2011, Salohar village has a total population of 136 people, consisting of 62 males and 74 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,193 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 40 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salohar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 136 | 62 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 10 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Salohar
Salohar 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 Salohar
Salohar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Salohar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Salohar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salohar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salohar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salohar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salohar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salohar
Where is Salohar located?
Salohar village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salohar?
The Gram Panchayat of Salohar is Chak Phala.
What is the pincode of Salohar?
The pincode of Salohar is 144221.
What is the population of Salohar?
Salohar has a total population of 136, including 62 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Salohar?
There are 25 households in Salohar.
What is the literacy rate in Salohar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salohar is 70.59%. Male literacy is 83.87% and female literacy is 59.46%.