Salashi

Salashi is a village located in Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Shahuwadi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Salashi village is also a gram panchayat.

Salashi 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 Salashi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salashi is 567106. The village spans a total geographical area of 695 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416213. Malkapur is nearest town to Salashi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Salashi

Below is a concise population overview of Salashi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,244 1,689 1,555
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 342 186 156
Scheduled Castes (SC) 193 107 86
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,175 1,262 913
Illiterate Population 1,069 427 642

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salashi village:

  • The total population of Salashi village is around 3,244, including approximately 1,689 males and 1,555 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 342 children aged 0–6 years in Salashi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salashi village has 193 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Salashi village is about 67.05%, with male literacy at 74.72% and female literacy at 58.71%.
  • There are around 661 households in Salashi village.

Connectivity of Salashi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salashi. As per the 2011 stats, Salashi 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Salashi

Knowing the nearby villages of Salashi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salashi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Salashi

Where is Salashi located?
Salashi village is situated in Shahuwadi Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salashi?
Salashi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Salashi?
The pincode of Salashi is 416213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salashi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salashi is 3,244, with 1,689 males and 1,555 females.
How many households are there in Salashi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salashi village has a total of 661 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salashi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salashi is 67.05%. The male literacy rate is 74.72%, while the female literacy rate is 58.71%.