Salet - Dugnakuri, Bageshwar
Salet is a village situated in the Dugnakuri tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Bageshwar and around 30 km from Bageshwar. Akshaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salet is 051114. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.87 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Salet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salet
According to the 2011 Census, Salet village had a total population of 37 people, including 15 males and 22 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,467 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.53%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 57.14%.
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 | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 2 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Salet
Salet 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 Salet
Public transport in the Salet is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Salet is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Salet
Where is Salet located?
Salet village is located in Dugnakuri Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salet?
The Gram Panchayat of Salet is Akshaura.
What is the pincode of Salet?
The pincode of Salet is 263634.
What is the population of Salet?
Salet had a total population of 37, including 15 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Salet?
Salet had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salet was 73.53%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 57.14%.