Salgar - Akkalkot, Solapur
Salgar is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Salgar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salgar is 562886. The village covers a total geographical area of 3145 hectares and falls under the 413216 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Salgar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salgar
As per Census 2011, Salgar village has a total population of 5,352 people, consisting of 2,732 males and 2,620 females. The village has 1,004 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 722 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,063 literate and 2,289 illiterate residents. Additionally, 731 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 368 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salgar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Salgar
Salgar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikkeahalli | West | 3.18 km |
| Bhimpur | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Ningdhalli | South-East | 4.64 km |
| Bhosage | South | 4.96 km |
| Torani | South-West | 5.22 km |
| Sangogi Aland | South-West | 5.32 km |
| Kamanhalli | East | 5.51 km |
| Banajgol | North-West | 5.93 km |
| Sadalapur | North-West | 5.93 km |
| Hattikanbas | West | 6.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salgar
Salgar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Boroti, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akkalkot to Salgar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Salgar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salgar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salgar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salgar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salgar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salgar
Where is Salgar located?
Salgar village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salgar?
Salgar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salgar?
The pincode of Salgar is 413216.
What is the population of Salgar?
Salgar has a total population of 5,352, including 2,732 males and 2,620 females.
How many households are there in Salgar?
There are 1,004 households in Salgar.
What is the literacy rate in Salgar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salgar is 57.23%. Male literacy is 67.06% and female literacy is 46.98%.