Salawad
Salawad is a village located in Jhalrapatan tehsil of Jhalawar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Jhalrapatan (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Jhalawar. As per 2009 stats, Salawad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Salawad unique in its vibrant Jhalrapatan-Jhalawar region. You’ll see Salawad’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 Salawad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salawad is 104270. The village spans a total geographical area of 445.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 326023. Jhalrapatan is nearest town to Salawad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Salawad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Salawad
Population of Salawad
According to the 2011 Census, Salawad has a total population of about 1,659, with approximately 847 males and 812 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 201 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 61 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 51. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.90%, with male literacy at about 74.38% and female literacy near 48.89%. There are around 348 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salawad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,659 | 847 | 812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 122 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 27 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,027 | 630 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 632 | 217 | 415 |
Connectivity of Salawad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salawad. As per the 2011 stats, Salawad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salawad
Knowing the nearby villages of Salawad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salawad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salawad
- Where is Salawad located?
- Salawad village is situated in Jhalrapatan Tehsil, within the Jhalawar district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salawad?
- Salawad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salawad?
- The pincode of Salawad is 326023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salawad is 1,659, with 847 males and 812 females.
- How many households are there in Salawad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salawad village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salawad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salawad is 61.90%. The male literacy rate is 74.38%, while the female literacy rate is 48.89%.