Definition
Salur is a village (Turkish: köy) located in the district of Gerede, within Bolu Province in northwestern Turkey.
Overview
Salur forms part of the administrative structure of the Gerede district, which is one of the seven districts of Bolu Province. The village is situated in a mountainous region of the Köroğlu range, characterized by a continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. The local economy is primarily based on small‑scale agriculture, animal husbandry, and related rural activities. Infrastructure in the village typically includes a primary school, a mosque, and basic road connections to the district center of Gerede, approximately 15–20 km away.
Etymology / Origin
The name “Salur” is shared with one of the historic Oghuz Turkic tribes, suggesting that the settlement may have been founded by, or named after, members of this tribal group. This etymological link is common among place names in the region.
Characteristics
- Population: According to the Address-Based Population Registration System (ADNKS) of the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK), Salur had a registered population of 277 inhabitants in 2022. (If more recent data are unavailable, the figure may have changed.)
- Geography: The village lies at an elevation of roughly 800–900 meters above sea level, surrounded by forested hills and pastoral land.
- Economy: Residents engage in cereal cultivation, horticulture, and livestock rearing, with occasional involvement in forestry and small‑scale trade.
- Infrastructure: Salur is connected to the provincial road network via a local road leading to the Gerede–Bolu highway. Public services include a village health center (muayenehanesi) and basic utilities such as electricity and potable water.
Related Topics
- Gerede District – The administrative district to which Salur belongs, known for its timber industry and thermal springs.
- Bolu Province – The larger provincial entity encompassing Gerede and Salur, featuring a mix of mountainous terrain and agricultural plains.
- Oghuz Tribes – Historical Turkic tribal confederations, of which the Salur tribe is one, influencing many place names across Anatolia.
- Rural Settlement Patterns in Turkey – The typical organization, economy, and demographics of villages like Salur within the Turkish countryside.