Salkata
About Salkata
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Salkata village is 418628. Salkata village is located in Puruna Katak tehsil of Baudh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Puruna Katak (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Baudh. As per 2009 stats, Purunakatak is the gram panchayat of Salkata village.
The total geographical area of village is 38 hectares. Salkata has a total population of 610 peoples, out of which male population is 305 while female population is 305. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of salkata village is 62.79% out of which 69.51% males and 56.07% females are literate. There are about 143 houses in salkata village. Pincode of salkata village locality is 762013.
When it comes to administration, Salkata village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Salkata village comes under Boudh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kandhamal Lok Sabha constituency. Baudhgarh is nearest town to salkata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 61km away.
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Population of Salkata
The population details of Salkata cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 610 | 305 | 305 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 251 | 121 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 28 | 11 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 212 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 93 | 134 |
Connectivity of Salkata
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salkata
Where is Salkata located?
Salkata village is situated in Puruna Katak Tehsil, within the Baudh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salkata?
The Gram Panchayat of Salkata is Purunakatak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salkata?
The pincode of Salkata is 762013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salkata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salkata is 610, with 305 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Salkata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salkata village has a total of 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salkata as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salkata is 62.79%. The male literacy rate is 69.51%, while the female literacy rate is 56.07%.