Salgi - Manika, Latehar
Salgi is a village situated in the Manika subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manika and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Vishunbandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salgi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salgi is 366911. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 822126 pincode. Latehar is the nearest town.
Salgi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salgi
According to the 2011 Census, Salgi village had a total population of 253 people, including 127 males and 126 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.36%, with male literacy at 84.76% and female literacy at 62.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 177.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 253 | 127 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 28 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 94 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 89 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 38 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Salgi
Salgi 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 Salgi
Salgi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Salgi is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salgi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salgi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salgi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salgi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salgi
Where is Salgi located?
Salgi village is located in Manika Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salgi?
The Gram Panchayat of Salgi is Vishunbandh.
What is the pincode of Salgi?
The pincode of Salgi is 822126.
What is the population of Salgi?
Salgi had a total population of 253, including 127 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Salgi?
Salgi had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salgi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salgi was 73.36%. Male literacy was 84.76% and female literacy was 62.39%.