Salgaon
About Salgaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Salgaon village is 567894. Salgaon village is located in Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Ajra (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Salgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 501 hectares. Salgaon has a total population of 1,410 peoples, out of which male population is 653 while female population is 757. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1159 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of salgaon village is 69.50% out of which 81.32% males and 59.31% females are literate. There are about 342 houses in salgaon village. Pincode of salgaon village locality is 416505.
When it comes to administration, Salgaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Salgaon village comes under Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to salgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
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Population of Salgaon
The population details of Salgaon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,410 | 653 | 757 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 132 | 56 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 258 | 112 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 4 | N/A | 4 |
| Literate Population | 980 | 531 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 122 | 308 |
Connectivity of Salgaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salgaon
Where is Salgaon located?
Salgaon village is situated in Ajra Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salgaon?
Salgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Salgaon?
The pincode of Salgaon is 416505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salgaon is 1,410, with 653 males and 757 females.
How many households are there in Salgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salgaon village has a total of 342 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salgaon is 69.50%. The male literacy rate is 81.32%, while the female literacy rate is 59.31%.