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.
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 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
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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salka village:
- The total population of Salka village is around 2,538, including approximately 1,285 males and 1,253 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 406 children aged 0–6 years in Salka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salka village has 72 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,190 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salka village is about 44.92%, with male literacy at 53.31% and female literacy at 36.31%.
- There are around 544 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 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%.