Salu

Salu is a village located in Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Bhatwari (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Salu village is also a gram panchayat.

Salu 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 Salu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salu is 040746. The village spans a total geographical area of 179.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249194. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Salu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

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Population of Salu

Below is a concise population overview of Salu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 263 128 135
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 42 22 20
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 147 84 63
Illiterate Population 116 44 72

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salu village:

  • The total population of Salu village is around 263, including approximately 128 males and 135 females, with a sex ratio of 1054 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Salu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Salu village is about 55.89%, with male literacy at 65.63% and female literacy at 46.67%.
  • There are around 52 households in Salu village.

Connectivity of Salu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salu. As per the 2011 stats, Salu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Salu

Knowing the nearby villages of Salu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salu.

Didsari Wayra May Lunthu Jamak Kamar Syawa Sari Saura Bhela Tipri Salang Bhukki Hurri

Frequently Asked Questions about Salu

Where is Salu located?
Salu village is situated in Bhatwari Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salu?
Salu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Salu?
The pincode of Salu is 249194, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salu is 263, with 128 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Salu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salu village has a total of 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salu is 55.89%. The male literacy rate is 65.63%, while the female literacy rate is 46.67%.