Salgaon
Salgaon is a village located in Mundgod taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Mundgod (tehsildar office) and 146km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Salgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Salgaon unique in its vibrant Mundgod-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Salgaon’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 Salgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salgaon is 603039. The village spans a total geographical area of 1219.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581349. Mundgod is nearest town to Salgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Salgaon
Population of Salgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Salgaon has a total population of about 3,474, with approximately 1,747 males and 1,727 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 492 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,167 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 254. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.25%, with male literacy at about 73.04% and female literacy near 63.40%. There are around 680 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,474 | 1,747 | 1,727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 492 | 246 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,167 | 579 | 588 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 254 | 125 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 2,371 | 1,276 | 1,095 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,103 | 471 | 632 |
Connectivity of Salgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Salgaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Salgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salgaon
- Where is Salgaon located?
- Salgaon village is situated in Mundgod Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salgaon?
- Salgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salgaon?
- The pincode of Salgaon is 581349, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salgaon is 3,474, with 1,747 males and 1,727 females.
- How many households are there in Salgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salgaon village has a total of 680 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salgaon is 68.25%. The male literacy rate is 73.04%, while the female literacy rate is 63.40%.