Salkaia
Salkaia is a village located in Raidih subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Gumla (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Raidih. As per 2009 stats, Jarjatta is the gram panchayat of Salkaia village.
Salkaia has its own place in the vibrant Gumla 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 Salkaia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salkaia is 376305. The village spans a total geographical area of 1246 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835232. Gumla is nearest town to Salkaia village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Salkaia
Below is a concise population overview of Salkaia 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 | 1,649 | 799 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 116 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 37 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 223 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 974 | 543 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 675 | 256 | 419 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salkaia village:
- The total population of Salkaia village is around 1,649, including approximately 799 males and 850 females, with a sex ratio of 1063 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 226 children aged 0–6 years in Salkaia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salkaia village has 87 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 453 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salkaia village is about 59.07%, with male literacy at 67.96% and female literacy at 50.71%.
- There are around 343 households in Salkaia village.
Connectivity of Salkaia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salkaia. As per the 2011 stats, Salkaia 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salkaia
Knowing the nearby villages of Salkaia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salkaia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salkaia
- Where is Salkaia located?
- Salkaia village is situated in Raidih Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salkaia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Salkaia is Jarjatta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Salkaia?
- The pincode of Salkaia is 835232, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salkaia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salkaia is 1,649, with 799 males and 850 females.
- How many households are there in Salkaia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salkaia village has a total of 343 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salkaia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salkaia is 59.07%. The male literacy rate is 67.96%, while the female literacy rate is 50.71%.