Salkhan - Shivrinarayan, Janjgir-Champa
Salkhan is a village situated in the Shivrinarayan tehsil of Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from Nawagarh and around 25 km from Janjgir. Salkhan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salkhan is 436767. The village covers a total geographical area of 1480.96 hectares and falls under the 495557 pincode. Shivrinarayan is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Salkhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pamgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salkhan
As per Census 2011, Salkhan village has a total population of 7,251 people, consisting of 3,682 males and 3,569 females. The village has 1,514 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,020 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,484 literate and 2,767 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,084 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salkhan are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Salkhan
Salkhan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kachanda | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Barbhata | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Kukda | South | 3.02 km |
| Kohaka | West | 3.17 km |
| Kamta | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Godhna | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Borda | South | 4.04 km |
| Gidha | North-East | 4.29 km |
| Bilari | West | 4.66 km |
| Mudpar | North | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salkhan
Salkhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Naila, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shivrinarayan to Salkhan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Janjgir to Salkhan is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salkhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salkhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salkhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salkhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salkhan
Where is Salkhan located?
Salkhan village is located in Shivrinarayan Tehsil, Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salkhan?
Salkhan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salkhan?
The pincode of Salkhan is 495557.
What is the population of Salkhan?
Salkhan has a total population of 7,251, including 3,682 males and 3,569 females.
How many households are there in Salkhan?
There are 1,514 households in Salkhan.
What is the literacy rate in Salkhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salkhan is 61.84%. Male literacy is 71.81% and female literacy is 51.56%.