Salgaon
Salgaon is a village 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.
Salgaon has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur 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 Salgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salgaon is 567894. The village spans a total geographical area of 501 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416505. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to Salgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Salgaon 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 Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Salgaon
Population of Salgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Salgaon 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 | 1,410 | 653 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 56 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 112 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | N/A | 4 |
| Literate Population | 980 | 531 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 122 | 308 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salgaon village:
- The total population of Salgaon village is around 1,410, including approximately 653 males and 757 females, with a sex ratio of 1159 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 132 children aged 0–6 years in Salgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salgaon village has 258 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salgaon village is about 69.50%, with male literacy at 81.32% and female literacy at 59.31%.
- There are around 342 households in Salgaon village.
Connectivity of Salgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Salgaon 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Salgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salgaon.
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%.