Salawas
Salawas is a village located in Luni tehsil of Jodhpur district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Luni (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Jodhpur. As per 2009 stats, Salawas village is also a gram panchayat.
Salawas has its own place in the vibrant Jodhpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Salawas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salawas is 085544. The village spans a total geographical area of 2963 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 342013. Jodhpur is nearest town to Salawas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Salawas
Population of Salawas
Below is a concise population overview of Salawas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,592 | 3,399 | 3,193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,127 | 607 | 520 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,193 | 618 | 575 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 3,741 | 2,298 | 1,443 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,851 | 1,101 | 1,750 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salawas village:
- The total population of Salawas village is around 6,592, including approximately 3,399 males and 3,193 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,127 children aged 0–6 years in Salawas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salawas village has 1,193 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 25 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salawas village is about 56.75%, with male literacy at 67.61% and female literacy at 45.19%.
- There are around 1,067 households in Salawas village.
Connectivity of Salawas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salawas. As per the 2011 stats, Salawas 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Salawas
Knowing the nearby villages of Salawas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salawas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salawas
- Where is Salawas located?
- Salawas village is situated in Luni Tehsil, within the Jodhpur district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salawas?
- Salawas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salawas?
- The pincode of Salawas is 342013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salawas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salawas is 6,592, with 3,399 males and 3,193 females.
- How many households are there in Salawas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salawas village has a total of 1,067 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salawas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salawas is 56.75%. The male literacy rate is 67.61%, while the female literacy rate is 45.19%.