Salkani
Salkani is a village located in Goharganj tehsil of Raisen district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Goharganj (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Raisen. As per 2009 stats, Salkani village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Salkani unique in its vibrant Goharganj-Raisen region. You’ll see Salkani’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 Salkani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salkani is 484348. The village spans a total geographical area of 275.56 hectares. Bhopal is nearest town to Salkani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Salkani
Population of Salkani
According to the 2011 Census, Salkani has a total population of about 863, with approximately 459 males and 404 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 101 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 42 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.90%, with male literacy at about 83.22% and female literacy near 67.57%. There are around 171 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salkani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 863 | 459 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 655 | 382 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 77 | 131 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salkani
- Where is Salkani located?
- Salkani village is situated in Goharganj Tehsil, within the Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh, 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 population of Salkani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salkani is 863, with 459 males and 404 females.
- How many households are there in Salkani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salkani village has a total of 171 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salkani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salkani is 75.90%. The male literacy rate is 83.22%, while the female literacy rate is 67.57%.