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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salra
As per Census 2011, Salra village has a total population of 753 people, consisting of 380 males and 373 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 395 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 308 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salra are given below:
| 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 | - | 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 has a total population of 753, including 380 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Salra?
There are 154 households in Salra.
What is the literacy rate in Salra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salra is 52.46%. Male literacy is 60.53% and female literacy is 44.24%.