Saltwari - Nainbag, Tehri Garhwal
Saltwari is a village situated in the Nainbag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 95 km from Dhanaulti and around 140 km from New Tehri. Dhakroli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saltwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saltwari is 044078. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.57 hectares and falls under the 249186 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Saltwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saltwari
As per Census 2011, Saltwari village has a total population of 143 people, consisting of 75 males and 68 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saltwari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 49 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 26 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Saltwari
Saltwari 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 Saltwari
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Saltwari.
| 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 Mussoorie to Saltwari is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Saltwari is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saltwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saltwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saltwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saltwari 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 Saltwari
Where is Saltwari located?
Saltwari village is located in Nainbag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saltwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Saltwari is Dhakroli.
What is the pincode of Saltwari?
The pincode of Saltwari is 249186.
What is the population of Saltwari?
Saltwari has a total population of 143, including 75 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Saltwari?
There are 17 households in Saltwari.
What is the literacy rate in Saltwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saltwari is 56.64%. Male literacy is 65.33% and female literacy is 47.06%.