Salu Ki Dhani - Gudha Malani, Balotra
Salu Ki Dhani is a village situated in the Gudha Malani tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 24 km from Gudha Malani and around 124 km from Barmer. Artbaw serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salu Ki Dhani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salu Ki Dhani is 088081. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.81 hectares and falls under the 344031 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Salu Ki Dhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gudhamalani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salu Ki Dhani
According to the 2011 Census, Salu Ki Dhani village had a total population of 334 people, including 176 males and 158 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.31%, with male literacy at 70.92% and female literacy at 38.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142.
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 | 334 | 176 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 74 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 100 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 76 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Salu Ki Dhani
Salu Ki Dhani 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 Salu Ki Dhani
Salu Ki Dhani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanchore to Salu Ki Dhani is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Salu Ki Dhani is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salu Ki Dhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salu Ki Dhani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salu Ki Dhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salu Ki Dhani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salu Ki Dhani
Where is Salu Ki Dhani located?
Salu Ki Dhani village is located in Gudha Malani Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salu Ki Dhani?
The Gram Panchayat of Salu Ki Dhani is Artbaw.
What is the pincode of Salu Ki Dhani?
The pincode of Salu Ki Dhani is 344031.
What is the population of Salu Ki Dhani?
Salu Ki Dhani had a total population of 334, including 176 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Salu Ki Dhani?
Salu Ki Dhani had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salu Ki Dhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salu Ki Dhani was 55.31%. Male literacy was 70.92% and female literacy was 38.64%.