Salar

Salar is a village located in Malerkotla tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Malerkotla (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Salar village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Salar unique in its vibrant Malerkotla-Sangrur region. You’ll see Salar’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 Salar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salar is 039509. The village spans a total geographical area of 304 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148022. Malerkotla is nearest town to Salar village for all major economic activities.

Google Map of Salar

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Population of Salar

According to the 2011 Census, Salar has a total population of about 1,082, with approximately 582 males and 500 females. The sex ratio is around 859 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 95 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 234 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 69.13%, with male literacy at about 72.51% and female literacy near 65.20%. There are around 210 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,082 582 500
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 95 57 38
Scheduled Castes (SC) 234 129 105
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 748 422 326
Illiterate Population 334 160 174

Connectivity of Salar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salar. As per the 2011 stats, Salar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Salar

Knowing the nearby villages of Salar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Salar

Where is Salar located?
Salar village is situated in Malerkotla Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salar?
Salar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Salar?
The pincode of Salar is 148022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salar is 1,082, with 582 males and 500 females.
How many households are there in Salar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salar village has a total of 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salar is 69.13%. The male literacy rate is 72.51%, while the female literacy rate is 65.20%.