Salgar
Salgar is a village located in Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Akkalkot (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Salgar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Salgar unique in its vibrant Akkalkot-Solapur region. You’ll see Salgar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Salgar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salgar is 562886. The village spans a total geographical area of 3145 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413216. Akkalkot is nearest town to Salgar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Salgar 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 Mohol Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Solapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Salgar
Population of Salgar
According to the 2011 Census, Salgar has a total population of about 5,352, with approximately 2,732 males and 2,620 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 722 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 731 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 368. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.23%, with male literacy at about 67.06% and female literacy near 46.98%. There are around 1,004 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salgar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 5,352 | 2,732 | 2,620 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 722 | 367 | 355 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 731 | 366 | 365 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 199 | 169 |
Literate Population | 3,063 | 1,832 | 1,231 |
Illiterate Population | 2,289 | 900 | 1,389 |
Connectivity of Salgar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salgar. As per the 2011 stats, Salgar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salgar
Knowing the nearby villages of Salgar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salgar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salgar
- Where is Salgar located?
- Salgar village is situated in Akkalkot Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salgar?
- Salgar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salgar?
- The pincode of Salgar is 413216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salgar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salgar is 5,352, with 2,732 males and 2,620 females.
- How many households are there in Salgar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salgar village has a total of 1,004 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salgar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salgar is 57.23%. The male literacy rate is 67.06%, while the female literacy rate is 46.98%.