Salona
Salona is a village located in Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Chikhaldara (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Amravati. As per 2009 stats, Salona village is also a gram panchayat.
Salona has its own place in the vibrant Amravati 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 Salona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salona is 531657. The village spans a total geographical area of 556 hectares. Achalpur is nearest town to Salona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Salona
Population of Salona
Below is a concise population overview of Salona 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 | 1,967 | 1,027 | 940 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 134 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,543 | 803 | 740 |
| Literate Population | 1,330 | 777 | 553 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 250 | 387 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salona village:
- The total population of Salona village is around 1,967, including approximately 1,027 males and 940 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 256 children aged 0–6 years in Salona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salona village has 70 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,543 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salona village is about 67.62%, with male literacy at 75.66% and female literacy at 58.83%.
- There are around 396 households in Salona village.
Connectivity of Salona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salona. As per the 2011 stats, Salona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salona
Knowing the nearby villages of Salona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salona
- Where is Salona located?
- Salona village is situated in Chikhaldara Tehsil, within the Amravati district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salona?
- Salona serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Salona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salona is 1,967, with 1,027 males and 940 females.
- How many households are there in Salona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salona village has a total of 396 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salona is 67.62%. The male literacy rate is 75.66%, while the female literacy rate is 58.83%.