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.

Salhowal has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Salhowal

Below is a concise population overview of Salhowal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salhowal village:

  • The total population of Salhowal village is around 620, including approximately 311 males and 309 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 70 children aged 0–6 years in Salhowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salhowal village has 153 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Salhowal village is about 78.39%, with male literacy at 81.67% and female literacy at 75.08%.
  • There are around 127 households in Salhowal village.

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)
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.

Kolian Simbli Halerjanardhan Motla Sanial Pandori Baghel Singh Latifpur Gurdaspur Har Chand Jahanpur Ladpur

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%.