Salang
Salang is a village located in Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Bhatwari (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Salang village is also a gram panchayat.
Salang has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi 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 Salang
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salang is 040750. The village spans a total geographical area of 392.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249135. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Salang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Salang
Population of Salang
Below is a concise population overview of Salang 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 | 432 | 230 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 193 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 37 | 95 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salang village:
- The total population of Salang village is around 432, including approximately 230 males and 202 females, with a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Salang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salang village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salang village is about 69.44%, with male literacy at 83.91% and female literacy at 52.97%.
- There are around 94 households in Salang village.
Connectivity of Salang
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salang. As per the 2011 stats, Salang 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 Salang
Knowing the nearby villages of Salang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salang.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salang
- Where is Salang located?
- Salang village is situated in Bhatwari Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salang?
- Salang serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salang?
- The pincode of Salang is 249135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salang is 432, with 230 males and 202 females.
- How many households are there in Salang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salang village has a total of 94 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salang as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salang is 69.44%. The male literacy rate is 83.91%, while the female literacy rate is 52.97%.