Salka
Salka is a village located in Premnagar tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Premnagar (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Salka village is also a gram panchayat.
Salka has its own place in the vibrant Surguja 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 432908. The village spans a total geographical area of 1184.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Premnagar is nearest town to Salka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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 | 3,007 | 1,539 | 1,468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 247 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,804 | 921 | 883 |
| Literate Population | 1,427 | 832 | 595 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,580 | 707 | 873 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salka village:
- The total population of Salka village is around 3,007, including approximately 1,539 males and 1,468 females, with a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 455 children aged 0–6 years in Salka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salka village has 82 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,804 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salka village is about 47.46%, with male literacy at 54.06% and female literacy at 40.53%.
- There are around 631 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 Premnagar 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 3,007, with 1,539 males and 1,468 females.
- How many households are there in Salka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salka village has a total of 631 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salka is 47.46%. The male literacy rate is 54.06%, while the female literacy rate is 40.53%.