Salasar - Sujangarh, Churu
Salasar is a village situated in the Sujangarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sujangarh and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Salasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salasar is 070833. The village covers a total geographical area of 940.85 hectares and falls under the 331506 pincode. Sujangarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Salasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sujangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salasar
As per Census 2011, Salasar village has a total population of 5,914 people, consisting of 3,038 males and 2,876 females. The village has 959 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 811 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,021 literate and 1,893 illiterate residents. Additionally, 609 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salasar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,914 | 3,038 | 2,876 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 811 | 429 | 382 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 609 | 320 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,021 | 2,253 | 1,768 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,893 | 785 | 1,108 |
Nearby Villages of Salasar
Salasar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khariya Chhota | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Khariya Bara | South | 2.35 km |
| Gudabari | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Kalwa | South | 3.72 km |
| Madhopura | North-East | 4.06 km |
| Tiroki Bari | East | 4.26 km |
| Dhani Ridmal | South | 4.89 km |
| Doongarwas | South-West | 4.95 km |
| Sutod | South-East | 5.20 km |
| Juliyasar | North | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salasar
Salasar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sujangarh, while the nearest airport is Kishangarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sujangarh to Salasar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Salasar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Salasar
Where is Salasar located?
Salasar village is located in Sujangarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salasar?
Salasar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salasar?
The pincode of Salasar is 331506.
What is the population of Salasar?
Salasar has a total population of 5,914, including 3,038 males and 2,876 females.
How many households are there in Salasar?
There are 959 households in Salasar.
What is the literacy rate in Salasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salasar is 67.99%. Male literacy is 74.16% and female literacy is 61.47%.