Salhetola
Salhetola is a village located in Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Charama (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Salhetola village is also a gram panchayat.
Salhetola has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 Salhetola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salhetola is 447450. The village spans a total geographical area of 654.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494334. Charama is nearest town to Salhetola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Salhetola 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 Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Salhetola
Population of Salhetola
Below is a concise population overview of Salhetola 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 | 946 | 476 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 508 | 259 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 624 | 370 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 106 | 216 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salhetola village:
- The total population of Salhetola village is around 946, including approximately 476 males and 470 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Salhetola village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salhetola village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 508 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salhetola village is about 65.96%, with male literacy at 77.73% and female literacy at 54.04%.
- There are around 218 households in Salhetola village.
Connectivity of Salhetola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salhetola. As per the 2011 stats, Salhetola 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 Salhetola
Knowing the nearby villages of Salhetola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salhetola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salhetola
- Where is Salhetola located?
- Salhetola village is situated in Charama Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salhetola?
- Salhetola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salhetola?
- The pincode of Salhetola is 494334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salhetola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salhetola is 946, with 476 males and 470 females.
- How many households are there in Salhetola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salhetola village has a total of 218 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salhetola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salhetola is 65.96%. The male literacy rate is 77.73%, while the female literacy rate is 54.04%.