Salka
Salka is a village 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.
Salka has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Salka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salka is 434388. The village spans a total geographical area of 720.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496118. Dharamjaigarh is nearest town to Salka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
When it comes to local governance, Salka 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 Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Salka
Population of Salka
Below is a concise population overview of Salka 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 | 1,293 | 648 | 645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 855 | 418 | 437 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 399 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 249 | 389 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salka village:
- The total population of Salka village is around 1,293, including approximately 648 males and 645 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 172 children aged 0–6 years in Salka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salka village has 77 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 855 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salka village is about 50.66%, with male literacy at 61.57% and female literacy at 39.69%.
- There are around 287 households in Salka village.
Connectivity of Salka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salka. As per the 2011 stats, Salka 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salka
Knowing the nearby villages of Salka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salka.
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%.