Salmati - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Salmati is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Sitarganj and around 55 km from Rudrapur. Salmata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salmati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salmati is 056199. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.75 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Salmati 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 Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salmati
According to the 2011 Census, Salmati village had a total population of 498 people, including 252 males and 246 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.33%, with male literacy at 84.44% and female literacy at 50.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 498 | 252 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 190 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 62 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Salmati
Salmati 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 Salmati
Salmati is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sitarganj to Salmati is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Salmati is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salmati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salmati 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salmati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salmati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salmati
Where is Salmati located?
Salmati village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salmati?
The Gram Panchayat of Salmati is Salmata.
What is the pincode of Salmati?
The pincode of Salmati is 262405.
What is the population of Salmati?
Salmati had a total population of 498, including 252 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Salmati?
Salmati had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salmati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salmati was 67.33%. Male literacy was 84.44% and female literacy was 50.44%.