Salgama

Salgama is a village located in Sundarpahari subdivision of Godda district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Sundarpahari (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Godda. As per 2009 stats, Bara Paktari is the gram panchayat of Salgama village.

Salgama has its own place in the vibrant Godda 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 Salgama

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salgama is 357874. The village spans a total geographical area of 104.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814156. Godda is nearest town to Salgama village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Salgama

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 141 61 80
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 46 14 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 139 60 79
Literate Population 15 12 3
Illiterate Population 126 49 77

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

  • The total population of Salgama village is around 141, including approximately 61 males and 80 females, with a sex ratio of 1311 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Salgama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salgama village has 139 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Salgama village is about 10.64%, with male literacy at 19.67% and female literacy at 3.75%.
  • There are around 29 households in Salgama village.

Connectivity of Salgama

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salgama. As per the 2011 stats, Salgama 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Salgama

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

Kote Maspara Nadgoda Pertara Sabekundi Sarmi Sidler Singni Tarobar Tasgemthu Talakpara

Frequently Asked Questions about Salgama

Where is Salgama located?
Salgama village is situated in Sundarpahari Subdivision, within the Godda district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salgama?
The Gram Panchayat of Salgama is Bara Paktari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salgama?
The pincode of Salgama is 814156, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salgama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salgama is 141, with 61 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Salgama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salgama village has a total of 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salgama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salgama is 10.64%. The male literacy rate is 19.67%, while the female literacy rate is 3.75%.