Salhekota

Salhekota is a village located in Marwahi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Marwahi (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Salhekota village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Salhekota unique in its vibrant Marwahi-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Salhekota’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 Salhekota

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salhekota is 437572. The village spans a total geographical area of 1222.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495119. Pendra is nearest town to Salhekota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Salhekota

According to the 2011 Census, Salhekota has a total population of about 1,502, with approximately 709 males and 793 females. The sex ratio is around 1118 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 235 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 88 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,281. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.74%, with male literacy at about 55.43% and female literacy near 37.07%. There are around 373 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salhekota's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,502 709 793
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 235 112 123
Scheduled Castes (SC) 88 47 41
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,281 602 679
Literate Population 687 393 294
Illiterate Population 815 316 499

Connectivity of Salhekota

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

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

Nearby Villages of Salhekota

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Salhekota

Where is Salhekota located?
Salhekota village is situated in Marwahi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salhekota?
Salhekota serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Salhekota?
The pincode of Salhekota is 495119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salhekota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salhekota is 1,502, with 709 males and 793 females.
How many households are there in Salhekota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salhekota village has a total of 373 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salhekota as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salhekota is 45.74%. The male literacy rate is 55.43%, while the female literacy rate is 37.07%.