Salna
Salna is a village located in Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Pokhari (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Salna village is also a gram panchayat.
Salna has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli 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 Salna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salna is 041142. The village spans a total geographical area of 252.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246473. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Salna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.
Google Map of Salna
Population of Salna
Below is a concise population overview of Salna 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 | 930 | 417 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 69 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 470 | 214 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 651 | 334 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 83 | 196 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salna village:
- The total population of Salna village is around 930, including approximately 417 males and 513 females, with a sex ratio of 1230 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 124 children aged 0–6 years in Salna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salna village has 470 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salna village is about 70.00%, with male literacy at 80.10% and female literacy at 61.79%.
- There are around 216 households in Salna village.
Connectivity of Salna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salna. As per the 2011 stats, Salna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salna
Knowing the nearby villages of Salna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salna
- Where is Salna located?
- Salna village is situated in Pokhari Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salna?
- Salna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salna?
- The pincode of Salna is 246473, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salna is 930, with 417 males and 513 females.
- How many households are there in Salna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salna village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salna is 70.00%. The male literacy rate is 80.10%, while the female literacy rate is 61.79%.