Salang - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Salang is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Salang village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salang is 040750. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.3 hectares and falls under the 249135 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Salang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salang
As per Census 2011, Salang village has a total population of 432 people, consisting of 230 males and 202 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salang are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Salang
Salang 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 Salang
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Salang.
| 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 Uttarkashi to Salang is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salang 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salang
Where is Salang located?
Salang village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salang?
Salang is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salang?
The pincode of Salang is 249135.
What is the population of Salang?
Salang has a total population of 432, including 230 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Salang?
There are 94 households in Salang.
What is the literacy rate in Salang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salang is 69.44%. Male literacy is 83.91% and female literacy is 52.97%.