Salkhed
Salkhed is a village located in Akot tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Akot (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Takli Kh is the gram panchayat of Salkhed village.
Here you can discover what makes Salkhed unique in its vibrant Akot-Akola region. You’ll see Salkhed’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 Salkhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salkhed is 529864. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.84 hectares. Akot is nearest town to Salkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Salkhed 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 Akola East Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Salkhed
Population of Salkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Salkhed has a total population of about 118, with approximately 55 males and 63 females. The sex ratio is around 1145 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 14 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 36 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 82. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.97%, with male literacy at about 85.45% and female literacy near 71.43%. There are around 26 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salkhed's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 118 | 55 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 8 | 18 |
Connectivity of Salkhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Salkhed had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salkhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Salkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salkhed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salkhed
- Where is Salkhed located?
- Salkhed village is situated in Akot Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salkhed?
- The Gram Panchayat of Salkhed is Takli Kh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Salkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salkhed is 118, with 55 males and 63 females.
- How many households are there in Salkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salkhed village has a total of 26 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salkhed is 77.97%. The male literacy rate is 85.45%, while the female literacy rate is 71.43%.