Salagar Bk. - Mangalvedhe, Solapur
Salagar Bk. is a village situated in the Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangalvedhe and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Salagar Bk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salagar Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salagar Bk. is 562695. The village covers a total geographical area of 2545 hectares and falls under the 413319 pincode. Mangalvedhe is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Salagar Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salagar Bk.
As per Census 2011, Salagar Bk. village has a total population of 4,126 people, consisting of 2,173 males and 1,953 females. The village has 869 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,566 literate and 1,560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 730 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salagar Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,126 | 2,173 | 1,953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 310 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 730 | 383 | 347 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 2,566 | 1,500 | 1,066 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,560 | 673 | 887 |
Nearby Villages of Salagar Bk.
Salagar Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jangalgi | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Lavangi | South-West | 4.50 km |
| Salagar Kh. | North-East | 4.79 km |
| Bavachi | North | 6.14 km |
| Maroli | West | 6.81 km |
| Pout | North-East | 6.97 km |
| Chikhalgi | North-West | 7.06 km |
| Nigadi Bk | South | 7.27 km |
| Asabewadi | East | 7.71 km |
| Umadi | South-East | 8.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salagar Bk.
Salagar Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Javale, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangalvedhe to Salagar Bk. is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Salagar Bk. is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salagar Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salagar Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salagar Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salagar Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Salagar Bk.
Where is Salagar Bk. located?
Salagar Bk. village is located in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salagar Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Salagar Bk. is Salagar Bk.
What is the pincode of Salagar Bk.?
The pincode of Salagar Bk. is 413319.
What is the population of Salagar Bk.?
Salagar Bk. has a total population of 4,126, including 2,173 males and 1,953 females.
How many households are there in Salagar Bk.?
There are 869 households in Salagar Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Salagar Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salagar Bk. is 62.19%. Male literacy is 69.03% and female literacy is 54.58%.