Salnar
Salnar is a village located in Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Geedam (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Mustalnar is the gram panchayat of Salnar village.
Salnar has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada 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 Salnar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salnar is 450145. The village spans a total geographical area of 622.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494449. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Salnar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Salnar 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 Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Salnar
Population of Salnar
Below is a concise population overview of Salnar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 330 | 169 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 233 | 120 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 88 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 81 | 111 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salnar village:
- The total population of Salnar village is around 330, including approximately 169 males and 161 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Salnar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salnar village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 233 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salnar village is about 41.82%, with male literacy at 52.07% and female literacy at 31.06%.
- There are around 86 households in Salnar village.
Connectivity of Salnar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salnar. As per the 2011 stats, Salnar 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salnar
Knowing the nearby villages of Salnar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salnar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salnar
- Where is Salnar located?
- Salnar village is situated in Gidam Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salnar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Salnar is Mustalnar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Salnar?
- The pincode of Salnar is 494449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salnar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salnar is 330, with 169 males and 161 females.
- How many households are there in Salnar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salnar village has a total of 86 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salnar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salnar is 41.82%. The male literacy rate is 52.07%, while the female literacy rate is 31.06%.