Salking - Gudri, West Singhbhum
Salking is a village situated in the Gudri subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 85 km from Chakradharpur (podahat) and around 110 km from Chaibasa. Bandu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salking village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salking is 376980. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.51 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Salking village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salking
According to the 2011 Census, Salking village had a total population of 559 people, including 289 males and 270 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.82%, with male literacy at 47.66% and female literacy at 31.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 559.
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 | 559 | 289 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 559 | 289 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 112 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 177 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Salking
Salking is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Daimar | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Pandua | West | 2.73 km |
| Tuingbanda | East | 2.85 km |
| Kanskel | East | 3.16 km |
| Bandu | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Jojobir | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Burulmin | West | 4.52 km |
| Kichinda | East | 4.72 km |
| Rajgaon | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Simko | South-West | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salking
Public transport in the Salking is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Derowan P. Halt, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.8 km.
| 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 Chaibasa to Salking is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salking
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salking village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salking
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salking village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salking
Where is Salking located?
Salking village is located in Gudri Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salking?
The Gram Panchayat of Salking is Bandu.
What is the pincode of Salking?
The pincode of Salking is 833201.
What is the population of Salking?
Salking had a total population of 559, including 289 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Salking?
Salking had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salking?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salking was 39.82%. Male literacy was 47.66% and female literacy was 31.34%.