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.
Salkhan has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa 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 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.
Google Map of Salkhan
Population of Salkhan
Below is a concise population overview of Salkhan 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salkhan village:
- The total population of Salkhan village is around 7,251, including approximately 3,682 males and 3,569 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,020 children aged 0–6 years in Salkhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salkhan village has 1,084 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 18 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salkhan village is about 61.84%, with male literacy at 71.81% and female literacy at 51.56%.
- There are around 1,514 households in Salkhan village.
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%.