Salka
About Salka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Salka village is 434388. Salka village is located in Udaipur tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Dharamjaigarh (tehsildar office) and 118km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Salka village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 720.34 hectares. Salka has a total population of 1,293 peoples, out of which male population is 648 while female population is 645. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 995 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of salka village is 50.66% out of which 61.57% males and 39.69% females are literate. There are about 287 houses in salka village. Pincode of salka village locality is 496118.
When it comes to administration, Salka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Salka village comes under Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Dharamjaigarh is nearest town to salka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
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Population of Salka
The population details of Salka cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,293 | 648 | 645 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 855 | 418 | 437 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 399 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 249 | 389 |
Connectivity of Salka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salka
Where is Salka located?
Salka village is situated in Udaipur Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salka?
Salka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Salka?
The pincode of Salka is 496118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salka is 1,293, with 648 males and 645 females.
How many households are there in Salka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salka village has a total of 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salka is 50.66%. The male literacy rate is 61.57%, while the female literacy rate is 39.69%.