Salashi
Salashi is a village located in Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Devgad (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Salashi village is also a gram panchayat.
Salashi has its own place in the vibrant Sindhudurg 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 566302. The village spans a total geographical area of 1550.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416610. Malwan is nearest town to Salashi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
Google Map of Salashi
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,164 | 541 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 19 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 926 | 460 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 81 | 157 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salashi village:
- The total population of Salashi village is around 1,164, including approximately 541 males and 623 females, with a sex ratio of 1151 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Salashi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salashi village has 60 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salashi village is about 79.55%, with male literacy at 85.03% and female literacy at 74.80%.
- There are around 308 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 10+ 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 Devgad Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg 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 416610, 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 1,164, with 541 males and 623 females.
- How many households are there in Salashi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salashi village has a total of 308 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salashi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salashi is 79.55%. The male literacy rate is 85.03%, while the female literacy rate is 74.80%.