Salkhan

Salkhan is a village located in Nawagarh tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Nawagarh (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Salkhan village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Salkhan unique in its vibrant Nawagarh-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Salkhan’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 Salkhan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salkhan is 436767. The village spans a total geographical area of 1480.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495674. Shivrinarayan is nearest town to Salkhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Salkhan 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 Pamgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa 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 Salkhan

According to the 2011 Census, Salkhan has a total population of about 7,251, with approximately 3,682 males and 3,569 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,020 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,084 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 18. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.84%, with male literacy at about 71.81% and female literacy near 51.56%. There are around 1,514 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salkhan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,251 3,682 3,569
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,020 520 500
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,084 531 553
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 18 8 10
Literate Population 4,484 2,644 1,840
Illiterate Population 2,767 1,038 1,729

Connectivity of Salkhan

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Salkhan

Where is Salkhan located?
Salkhan village is situated in Nawagarh Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salkhan?
Salkhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Salkhan?
The pincode of Salkhan is 495674, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salkhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salkhan is 7,251, with 3,682 males and 3,569 females.
How many households are there in Salkhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salkhan village has a total of 1,514 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salkhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salkhan is 61.84%. The male literacy rate is 71.81%, while the female literacy rate is 51.56%.