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.
Salgar has its own place in the vibrant Solapur 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Salgar 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salgar village:
- The total population of Salgar village is around 5,352, including approximately 2,732 males and 2,620 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 722 children aged 0–6 years in Salgar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salgar village has 731 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 368 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salgar village is about 57.23%, with male literacy at 67.06% and female literacy at 46.98%.
- There are around 1,004 households in Salgar village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.