Salaich - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Salaich is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Salaichan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salaich village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaich is 029809. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.57 hectares and falls under the 144703 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Salaich village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salaich
According to the 2011 Census, Salaich village had a total population of 948 people, including 489 males and 459 females, living in 201 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.31%, with male literacy at 85.14% and female literacy at 77.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 503.
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 | 948 | 489 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 65 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 503 | 265 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 683 | 361 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 128 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Salaich
Salaich 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 Salaich
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Salaich. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Salaich.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Jalandhar to Salaich is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salaich
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salaich 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salaich
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salaich 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 Salaich
Where is Salaich located?
Salaich village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salaich?
The Gram Panchayat of Salaich is Salaichan.
What is the pincode of Salaich?
The pincode of Salaich is 144703.
What is the population of Salaich?
Salaich had a total population of 948, including 489 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Salaich?
Salaich had 201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salaich?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaich was 81.31%. Male literacy was 85.14% and female literacy was 77.40%.