Saltala

Saltala is a village located in Ranishwar subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Raniswar (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Saltola is the gram panchayat of Saltala village.

Saltala has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Saltala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saltala is 371112. The village spans a total geographical area of 463 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816118. Ranishwar is nearest town to Saltala village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Saltala

Below is a concise population overview of Saltala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,459 729 730
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 200 105 95
Scheduled Castes (SC) 53 27 26
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,266 631 635
Literate Population 423 260 163
Illiterate Population 1,036 469 567

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Saltala village:

  • The total population of Saltala village is around 1,459, including approximately 729 males and 730 females, with a sex ratio of 1001 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 200 children aged 0–6 years in Saltala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Saltala village has 53 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,266 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Saltala village is about 28.99%, with male literacy at 35.67% and female literacy at 22.33%.
  • There are around 306 households in Saltala village.

Connectivity of Saltala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saltala. As per the 2011 stats, Saltala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Saltala

Knowing the nearby villages of Saltala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saltala.

Frequently Asked Questions about Saltala

Where is Saltala located?
Saltala village is situated in Ranishwar Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saltala?
The Gram Panchayat of Saltala is Saltola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Saltala?
The pincode of Saltala is 816118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Saltala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saltala is 1,459, with 729 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Saltala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Saltala village has a total of 306 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saltala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saltala is 28.99%. The male literacy rate is 35.67%, while the female literacy rate is 22.33%.