Salra - Mori, Uttarkashi
Salra is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 166 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Salra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salra is 040250. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.76 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Salra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Salra
According to the 2011 Census, Salra village had a total population of 753 people, including 380 males and 373 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.92%, with male literacy at 74.43% and female literacy at 53.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 308, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 753 | 380 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 71 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 148 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 230 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 150 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Salra
Salra 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 Salra
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Salra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Salra is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Salra is about 166 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salra 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salra
Where is Salra located?
Salra village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salra?
Salra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salra?
The pincode of Salra is 249128.
What is the population of Salra?
Salra had a total population of 753, including 380 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Salra?
Salra had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salra was 63.92%. Male literacy was 74.43% and female literacy was 53.40%.