Salking
Salking is a village located in Gudri subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 85km away from sub-district headquarter Chakradharpur (podahat) (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Bandu is the gram panchayat of Salking village.
Salking has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum 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 Salking
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salking is 376980. The village spans a total geographical area of 144.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833105. Gudri is nearest town to Salking village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Salking village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Salking
Population of Salking
Below is a concise population overview of Salking 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 | 559 | 289 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 559 | 289 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 112 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 177 | 202 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salking village:
- The total population of Salking village is around 559, including approximately 289 males and 270 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 107 children aged 0–6 years in Salking village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salking village has 559 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salking village is about 32.20%, with male literacy at 38.75% and female literacy at 25.19%.
- There are around 118 households in Salking village.
Connectivity of Salking
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salking. As per the 2011 stats, Salking 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 Salking
Knowing the nearby villages of Salking helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salking.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salking
- Where is Salking located?
- Salking village is situated in Gudri Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salking?
- The Gram Panchayat of Salking is Bandu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Salking?
- The pincode of Salking is 833105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salking as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salking is 559, with 289 males and 270 females.
- How many households are there in Salking as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salking village has a total of 118 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salking as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salking is 32.20%. The male literacy rate is 38.75%, while the female literacy rate is 25.19%.