Purba Salganga - Udarbond, Cachar
Purba Salganga is a village situated in the Udarbond subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. Salganga serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Purba Salganga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Salganga is 299474. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.62 hectares and falls under the 788104 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Purba Salganga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udharbond Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purba Salganga
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Salganga village had a total population of 1,308 people, including 653 males and 655 females, living in 290 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.97%, with male literacy at 97.42% and female literacy at 92.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 1,308 | 653 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 72 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,115 | 566 | 549 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 87 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Salganga
Purba Salganga 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 Purba Salganga
Purba Salganga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silchar to Purba Salganga is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purba Salganga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Salganga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purba Salganga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purba Salganga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Purba Salganga
Where is Purba Salganga located?
Purba Salganga village is located in Udarbond Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Purba Salganga?
The Gaon Panchayat of Purba Salganga is Salganga.
What is the pincode of Purba Salganga?
The pincode of Purba Salganga is 788104.
What is the population of Purba Salganga?
Purba Salganga had a total population of 1,308, including 653 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Purba Salganga?
Purba Salganga had 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Salganga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Salganga was 94.97%. Male literacy was 97.42% and female literacy was 92.58%.