Salghat
Salghat is a village located in Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Paraswada (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Salghat village is also a gram panchayat.
Salghat has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat 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 Salghat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salghat is 498365. The village spans a total geographical area of 523.48 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Salghat village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Salghat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Salghat
Population of Salghat
Below is a concise population overview of Salghat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 706 | 344 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 588 | 288 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 234 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 110 | 171 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salghat village:
- The total population of Salghat village is around 706, including approximately 344 males and 362 females, with a sex ratio of 1052 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Salghat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salghat village has 588 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salghat village is about 60.20%, with male literacy at 68.02% and female literacy at 52.76%.
- There are around 166 households in Salghat village.
Connectivity of Salghat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salghat. As per the 2011 stats, Salghat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salghat
Knowing the nearby villages of Salghat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salghat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salghat
- Where is Salghat located?
- Salghat village is situated in Paraswada Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salghat?
- Salghat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Salghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salghat is 706, with 344 males and 362 females.
- How many households are there in Salghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salghat village has a total of 166 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salghat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salghat is 60.20%. The male literacy rate is 68.02%, while the female literacy rate is 52.76%.