Salagaon
Salagaon is a village located in Choudwar tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Choudwar (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Salagaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Salagaon has its own place in the vibrant Cuttack 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 Salagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salagaon is 399291. The village spans a total geographical area of 318 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754025. Choudwar is nearest town to Salagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Salagaon 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 Salipur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Salagaon
Population of Salagaon
Below is a concise population overview of Salagaon 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 | 2,561 | 1,321 | 1,240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 124 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 677 | 352 | 325 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 70 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 1,998 | 1,103 | 895 |
| Illiterate Population | 563 | 218 | 345 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salagaon village:
- The total population of Salagaon village is around 2,561, including approximately 1,321 males and 1,240 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 239 children aged 0–6 years in Salagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salagaon village has 677 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 139 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salagaon village is about 78.02%, with male literacy at 83.50% and female literacy at 72.18%.
- There are around 523 households in Salagaon village.
Connectivity of Salagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Salagaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Salagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salagaon
- Where is Salagaon located?
- Salagaon village is situated in Choudwar Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salagaon?
- Salagaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salagaon?
- The pincode of Salagaon is 754025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salagaon is 2,561, with 1,321 males and 1,240 females.
- How many households are there in Salagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salagaon village has a total of 523 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salagaon is 78.02%. The male literacy rate is 83.50%, while the female literacy rate is 72.18%.