Salethur
Salethur is a village located in Bantval taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Bantval (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Salethooru is the gram panchayat of Salethur village.
Here you can discover what makes Salethur unique in its vibrant Bantval-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Salethur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Salethur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salethur is 617586. The village spans a total geographical area of 530.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574323. Bantval is nearest town to Salethur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Salethur
Population of Salethur
According to the 2011 Census, Salethur has a total population of about 2,698, with approximately 1,382 males and 1,316 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 316 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 245 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 214. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.98%, with male literacy at about 81.11% and female literacy near 68.54%. There are around 486 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salethur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,698 | 1,382 | 1,316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 175 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 133 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 103 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 2,023 | 1,121 | 902 |
| Illiterate Population | 675 | 261 | 414 |
Connectivity of Salethur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salethur. As per the 2011 stats, Salethur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Salethur
Knowing the nearby villages of Salethur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salethur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salethur
- Where is Salethur located?
- Salethur village is situated in Bantval Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salethur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Salethur is Salethooru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Salethur?
- The pincode of Salethur is 574323, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salethur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salethur is 2,698, with 1,382 males and 1,316 females.
- How many households are there in Salethur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salethur village has a total of 486 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salethur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salethur is 74.98%. The male literacy rate is 81.11%, while the female literacy rate is 68.54%.