Salkanpur - Rehti, Sehore
Salkanpur is a village situated in the Rehti tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rehti and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Salkanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salkanpur is 483590. The village covers a total geographical area of 632.17 hectares and falls under the 466446 pincode. Rehti is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Salkanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Budhni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salkanpur
As per Census 2011, Salkanpur village has a total population of 1,854 people, consisting of 1,013 males and 841 females. The village has 397 households and a sex ratio of 830 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,097 literate and 757 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 445 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salkanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,854 | 1,013 | 841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 164 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 155 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 445 | 239 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 1,097 | 676 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 757 | 337 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Salkanpur
Salkanpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Itarsi | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Gurad Kheda | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Sagonia | North | 2.12 km |
| Maliwayan | West | 2.28 km |
| Makodia | South | 2.46 km |
| Pan Guradia | East | 3.66 km |
| Kosmi | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Pipalia Bazyaft | North | 4.08 km |
| Bori | North | 4.28 km |
| Semri | South | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salkanpur
Salkanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Midghat, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rehti to Salkanpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Salkanpur is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salkanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salkanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salkanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salkanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salkanpur
Where is Salkanpur located?
Salkanpur village is located in Rehti Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salkanpur?
Salkanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salkanpur?
The pincode of Salkanpur is 466446.
What is the population of Salkanpur?
Salkanpur has a total population of 1,854, including 1,013 males and 841 females.
How many households are there in Salkanpur?
There are 397 households in Salkanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Salkanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salkanpur is 59.17%. Male literacy is 66.73% and female literacy is 50.06%.