Salhekapa

Salhekapa is a village located in Takhatpur tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Takhatpur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Salhekapa village is also a gram panchayat.

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salhekapa is 438569. The village spans a total geographical area of 443 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495113. Takhatpur is nearest town to Salhekapa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Salhekapa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Takhatpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Salhekapa

According to the 2011 Census, Salhekapa has a total population of about 1,351, with approximately 685 males and 666 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 263 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 410. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.15%, with male literacy at about 54.60% and female literacy near 31.38%. There are around 273 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salhekapa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,351 685 666
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 263 126 137
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 410 203 207
Literate Population 583 374 209
Illiterate Population 768 311 457

Connectivity of Salhekapa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salhekapa. As per the 2011 stats, Salhekapa 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 Salhekapa

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Salhekapa

Where is Salhekapa located?
Salhekapa village is situated in Takhatpur Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salhekapa?
Salhekapa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Salhekapa?
The pincode of Salhekapa is 495113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salhekapa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salhekapa is 1,351, with 685 males and 666 females.
How many households are there in Salhekapa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salhekapa village has a total of 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salhekapa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salhekapa is 43.15%. The male literacy rate is 54.60%, while the female literacy rate is 31.38%.