Salkani

Salkani is a village located in Sirsi taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Sirsi (tehsildar office) and 137km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Salkani village is also a gram panchayat.

Salkani has its own place in the vibrant Uttara Kannada 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 Salkani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salkani is 603138. The village spans a total geographical area of 182.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581402. Sirsi is nearest town to Salkani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

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Population of Salkani

Below is a concise population overview of Salkani as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 316 182 134
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 20 12 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5 4 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 274 161 113
Illiterate Population 42 21 21

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salkani village:

  • The total population of Salkani village is around 316, including approximately 182 males and 134 females, with a sex ratio of 736 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Salkani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salkani village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Salkani village is about 86.71%, with male literacy at 88.46% and female literacy at 84.33%.
  • There are around 61 households in Salkani village.

Connectivity of Salkani

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salkani. As per the 2011 stats, Salkani 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Salkani

Knowing the nearby villages of Salkani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salkani.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Salkani

Where is Salkani located?
Salkani village is situated in Sirsi Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salkani?
Salkani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Salkani?
The pincode of Salkani is 581402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salkani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salkani is 316, with 182 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Salkani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salkani village has a total of 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salkani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salkani is 86.71%. The male literacy rate is 88.46%, while the female literacy rate is 84.33%.