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.
Salkhed has its own place in the vibrant Akola 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Salkhed 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salkhed village:
- The total population of Salkhed village is around 118, including approximately 55 males and 63 females, with a sex ratio of 1145 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 14 children aged 0–6 years in Salkhed village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salkhed village has 36 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 82 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salkhed village is about 77.97%, with male literacy at 85.45% and female literacy at 71.43%.
- There are around 26 households in Salkhed village.
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%.