Salga - Katamdag, Hazaribagh
Salga is a village situated in the Katamdag subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmdag and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Adra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salga is 368676. The village covers a total geographical area of 438 hectares and falls under the 825319 pincode.
Salga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hazaribagh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Salga
As per Census 2011, Salga village has a total population of 1,696 people, consisting of 819 males and 877 females. The village has 315 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 972 literate and 724 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 95 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,696 | 819 | 877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 121 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 76 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 972 | 540 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 724 | 279 | 445 |
Nearby Villages of Salga
Salga is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Salga
Salga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Salga has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hazaribagh to Salga is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Salga
Where is Salga located?
Salga village is located in Katamdag Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salga?
The Gram Panchayat of Salga is Adra.
What is the pincode of Salga?
The pincode of Salga is 825319.
What is the population of Salga?
Salga has a total population of 1,696, including 819 males and 877 females.
How many households are there in Salga?
There are 315 households in Salga.
What is the literacy rate in Salga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salga is 57.31%. Male literacy is 65.93% and female literacy is 49.26%.