Salho Wal - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Salho Wal is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Sallowal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salho Wal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salho Wal is 031168. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 144211 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Salho Wal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salho Wal
According to the 2011 Census, Salho Wal village had a total population of 620 people, including 311 males and 309 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.36%, with male literacy at 93.73% and female literacy at 83.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153.
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 | 620 | 311 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 79 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 254 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 57 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Salho Wal
Salho Wal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandori Baghel Singh | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Haler Janardhan | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Jahan Pur | South | 1.81 km |
| Motla | North | 1.99 km |
| Gurdaspur | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Har Chand | South | 2.20 km |
| Harse Mansar | East | 2.35 km |
| Chak Kalan | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Lad Pur | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Manj Pur | South | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salho Wal
Salho Wal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhangala, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Salho Wal is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salho Wal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salho Wal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salho Wal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salho Wal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salho Wal
Where is Salho Wal located?
Salho Wal village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salho Wal?
The Gram Panchayat of Salho Wal is Sallowal.
What is the pincode of Salho Wal?
The pincode of Salho Wal is 144211.
What is the population of Salho Wal?
Salho Wal had a total population of 620, including 311 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Salho Wal?
Salho Wal had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salho Wal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salho Wal was 88.36%. Male literacy was 93.73% and female literacy was 83.15%.