Salya
Salya is a village located in Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Ukhimath (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Rudraprayag. As per 2009 stats, Salya village is also a gram panchayat.
Salya has its own place in the vibrant Rudraprayag 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 Salya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salya is 042187. The village spans a total geographical area of 132.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246439. Rudraprayag is nearest town to Salya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
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Population of Salya
Below is a concise population overview of Salya 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 | 554 | 270 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 45 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 117 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 206 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 64 | 115 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salya village:
- The total population of Salya village is around 554, including approximately 270 males and 284 females, with a sex ratio of 1051 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 78 children aged 0–6 years in Salya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salya village has 254 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salya village is about 67.69%, with male literacy at 76.30% and female literacy at 59.51%.
- There are around 105 households in Salya village.
Connectivity of Salya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salya. As per the 2011 stats, Salya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salya
Knowing the nearby villages of Salya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salya
- Where is Salya located?
- Salya village is situated in Ukhimath Tehsil, within the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salya?
- Salya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salya?
- The pincode of Salya is 246439, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salya is 554, with 270 males and 284 females.
- How many households are there in Salya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salya village has a total of 105 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salya is 67.69%. The male literacy rate is 76.30%, while the female literacy rate is 59.51%.