Salkod
Salkod is a village located in Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Honnavar (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Salkod village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Salkod unique in its vibrant Honavar-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Salkod’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 Salkod
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salkod is 603742. The village spans a total geographical area of 3700.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581334. Honavar is nearest town to Salkod village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Salkod
Population of Salkod
According to the 2011 Census, Salkod has a total population of about 4,218, with approximately 2,108 males and 2,110 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 350 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 75 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.81%, with male literacy at about 82.83% and female literacy near 74.79%. There are around 1,061 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salkod's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,218 | 2,108 | 2,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 173 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,324 | 1,746 | 1,578 |
| Illiterate Population | 894 | 362 | 532 |
Connectivity of Salkod
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salkod. As per the 2011 stats, Salkod had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salkod
Knowing the nearby villages of Salkod helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salkod.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salkod
- Where is Salkod located?
- Salkod village is situated in Honavar Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salkod?
- Salkod serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salkod?
- The pincode of Salkod is 581334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salkod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salkod is 4,218, with 2,108 males and 2,110 females.
- How many households are there in Salkod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salkod village has a total of 1,061 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salkod as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salkod is 78.81%. The male literacy rate is 82.83%, while the female literacy rate is 74.79%.