Salka
About Salka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Salka village is 433116. Salka village is located in Lakhanpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhanpur (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Salka village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1005.39 hectares. Salka has a total population of 3,343 peoples, out of which male population is 1,682 while female population is 1,661. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 987 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of salka village is 50.76% out of which 60.76% males and 40.64% females are literate. There are about 822 houses in salka village. Pincode of salka village locality is 497116.
Lakhanpur is nearest town to salka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km 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 | 3,343 | 1,682 | 1,661 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 508 | 244 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 224 | 113 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,443 | 727 | 716 |
| Literate Population | 1,697 | 1,022 | 675 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,646 | 660 | 986 |
Connectivity of Salka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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 Lakhanpur Tehsil, within the Surguja 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 497116, 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 3,343, with 1,682 males and 1,661 females.
How many households are there in Salka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salka village has a total of 822 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salka is 50.76%. The male literacy rate is 60.76%, while the female literacy rate is 40.64%.