Salan - Barakot, Champawat
Salan is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Lohaghat and around 47 km from Champawat. Salan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salan is 054209. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.58 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Salan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Salan
According to the 2011 Census, Salan village had a total population of 165 people, including 90 males and 75 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 93.24% and female literacy at 53.23%.
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 | 165 | 90 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 69 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 21 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Salan
Salan 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 Salan
Public transport in the Salan is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Salan is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Salan is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salan 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 Salan
Where is Salan located?
Salan village is located in Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salan?
Salan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salan?
The pincode of Salan is 262523.
What is the population of Salan?
Salan had a total population of 165, including 90 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Salan?
Salan had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salan was 75.00%. Male literacy was 93.24% and female literacy was 53.23%.