Salooni - Deoband, Saharanpur
Salooni is a village situated in the Deoband tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deoband and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Salooni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salooni is 110154. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.98 hectares and falls under the 247554 pincode. Saharanpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Salooni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur maniharan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Saharanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salooni
As per Census 2011, Salooni village has a total population of 1,276 people, consisting of 696 males and 580 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 807 literate and 469 illiterate residents. Additionally, 896 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salooni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,276 | 696 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 116 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 896 | 484 | 412 |
| Literate Population | 807 | 498 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 198 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Salooni
Salooni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajupur Urf Rampur | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Rastam | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Banhera Khas | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Dharampur Gujjar | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Dival Heri | South | 2.02 km |
| Salhapur | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Majri | East | 2.05 km |
| Sultanpur | West | 2.10 km |
| Bhavanpur | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Faridpur | North | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salooni
Salooni is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Talheri Buzurg, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharanpur to Salooni is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Saharanpur to Salooni is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salooni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salooni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salooni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salooni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salooni
Where is Salooni located?
Salooni village is located in Deoband Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salooni?
Salooni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salooni?
The pincode of Salooni is 247554.
What is the population of Salooni?
Salooni has a total population of 1,276, including 696 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Salooni?
There are 238 households in Salooni.
What is the literacy rate in Salooni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salooni is 63.24%. Male literacy is 71.55% and female literacy is 53.28%.