Salatong

Salatong is a village located in Konta tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 95km away from sub-district headquarter Konta (tehsildar office) and 106km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Elmagunda is the gram panchayat of Salatong village.

Salatong 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 Salatong

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salatong is 450453. The village spans a total geographical area of 137 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494122. Dornapal is nearest town to Salatong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km away.

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Population of Salatong

Below is a concise population overview of Salatong as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 156 77 79
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 18 9 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 156 77 79
Literate Population 40 27 13
Illiterate Population 116 50 66

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salatong village:

  • The total population of Salatong village is around 156, including approximately 77 males and 79 females, with a sex ratio of 1025 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 18 children aged 0–6 years in Salatong village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salatong village has 156 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Salatong village is about 25.64%, with male literacy at 35.06% and female literacy at 16.46%.
  • There are around 32 households in Salatong village.

Connectivity of Salatong

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

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

Singanpad Dharmaram Pamlur Potakpalli Dubbamarka Kosampad Bermaor Sakler Kanhaimarka Potebhangi Gudraj Pad

Frequently Asked Questions about Salatong

Where is Salatong located?
Salatong village is situated in Konta Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salatong?
The Gram Panchayat of Salatong is Elmagunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salatong?
The pincode of Salatong is 494122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salatong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salatong is 156, with 77 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Salatong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salatong village has a total of 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salatong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salatong is 25.64%. The male literacy rate is 35.06%, while the female literacy rate is 16.46%.