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.
Here you can discover what makes Salhetola unique in its vibrant Charama-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Salhetola’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Salhetola has a total population of about 946, with approximately 476 males and 470 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 115 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 508. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.96%, with male literacy at about 77.73% and female literacy near 54.04%. There are around 218 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salhetola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.