Salhowal
Salhowal is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sallowal is the gram panchayat of Salhowal village.
Here you can discover what makes Salhowal unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Salhowal’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 Salhowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salhowal is 031168. The village spans a total geographical area of 123 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Salhowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Salhowal
Population of Salhowal
According to the 2011 Census, Salhowal has a total population of about 620, with approximately 311 males and 309 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 70 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 153 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 78.39%, with male literacy at about 81.67% and female literacy near 75.08%. There are around 127 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salhowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 620 | 311 | 309 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 40 | 30 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 79 | 74 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 486 | 254 | 232 |
Illiterate Population | 134 | 57 | 77 |
Connectivity of Salhowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salhowal. As per the 2011 stats, Salhowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salhowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Salhowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salhowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salhowal
- Where is Salhowal located?
- Salhowal village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salhowal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Salhowal is Sallowal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Salhowal?
- The pincode of Salhowal is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salhowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salhowal is 620, with 311 males and 309 females.
- How many households are there in Salhowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salhowal village has a total of 127 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salhowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salhowal is 78.39%. The male literacy rate is 81.67%, while the female literacy rate is 75.08%.