Salka
About Salka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Salka village is 437999. Salka village is located in Kota tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kota (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Salka village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 563.32 hectares. Salka has a total population of 1,195 peoples, out of which male population is 590 while female population is 605. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1025 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of salka village is 49.46% out of which 60.85% males and 38.35% females are literate. There are about 305 houses in salka village. Pincode of salka village locality is 492112.
When it comes to administration, Salka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Salka village comes under Kota Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency. Kota is nearest town to salka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Salka
The population details of Salka cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,195 | 590 | 605 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 203 | 95 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 654 | 322 | 332 |
| Literate Population | 591 | 359 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 231 | 373 |
Connectivity of Salka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salka
Where is Salka located?
Salka village is situated in Kota Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salka?
Salka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Salka?
The pincode of Salka is 492112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salka is 1,195, with 590 males and 605 females.
How many households are there in Salka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salka village has a total of 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salka is 49.46%. The male literacy rate is 60.85%, while the female literacy rate is 38.35%.