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.
Here you can discover what makes Salkhua unique in its vibrant Salkhua-Saharsa region. You’ll see Salkhua’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Salkhua
Population of Salkhua
According to the 2011 Census, Salkhua has a total population of about 8,987, with approximately 4,724 males and 4,263 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,859 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,758 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.10%, with male literacy at about 55.00% and female literacy near 36.24%. There are around 1,600 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salkhua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.