Salka
Salka is a village located in Surajpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Surajpur (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Salka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Salka unique in its vibrant Surajpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Salka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Salka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salka is 432571. The village spans a total geographical area of 625.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497226. Surajpur is nearest town to Salka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Salka
Population of Salka
According to the 2011 Census, Salka has a total population of about 2,538, with approximately 1,285 males and 1,253 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 406 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 72 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,190. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.92%, with male literacy at about 53.31% and female literacy near 36.31%. There are around 544 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,538 | 1,285 | 1,253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 213 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,190 | 612 | 578 |
| Literate Population | 1,140 | 685 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,398 | 600 | 798 |
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 village |
| 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 Surajpur 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 497226, 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 2,538, with 1,285 males and 1,253 females.
- How many households are there in Salka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salka village has a total of 544 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salka is 44.92%. The male literacy rate is 53.31%, while the female literacy rate is 36.31%.