Salkhua

Salkhua is a village located in Salkhua subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Salkhua (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Salkhua village is also a gram panchayat.

Salkhua has its own place in the vibrant Saharsa 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 Salkhua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salkhua is 226675. The village spans a total geographical area of 521.7 hectares. Saharsa is nearest town to Salkhua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Salkhua

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 8,987 4,724 4,263
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,859 957 902
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,758 885 873
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 7 4 3
Literate Population 4,143 2,598 1,545
Illiterate Population 4,844 2,126 2,718

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

  • The total population of Salkhua village is around 8,987, including approximately 4,724 males and 4,263 females, with a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,859 children aged 0–6 years in Salkhua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salkhua village has 1,758 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Salkhua village is about 46.10%, with male literacy at 55.00% and female literacy at 36.24%.
  • There are around 1,600 households in Salkhua village.

Connectivity of Salkhua

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Salkhua

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Salkhua

Where is Salkhua located?
Salkhua village is situated in Salkhua Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salkhua?
Salkhua serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Salkhua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salkhua is 8,987, with 4,724 males and 4,263 females.
How many households are there in Salkhua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salkhua village has a total of 1,600 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salkhua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salkhua is 46.10%. The male literacy rate is 55.00%, while the female literacy rate is 36.24%.