Salakana
Salakana is a village located in Korai tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Korai (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Sadakpur is the gram panchayat of Salakana village.
Salakana has its own place in the vibrant Jajapur 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 Salakana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salakana is 400769. The village spans a total geographical area of 70 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755022. Jajapur is nearest town to Salakana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Salakana
Below is a concise population overview of Salakana 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 | 322 | 159 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 141 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 18 | 28 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salakana village:
- The total population of Salakana village is around 322, including approximately 159 males and 163 females, with a sex ratio of 1025 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Salakana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salakana village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salakana village is about 85.71%, with male literacy at 88.68% and female literacy at 82.82%.
- There are around 76 households in Salakana village.
Connectivity of Salakana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salakana. As per the 2011 stats, Salakana 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salakana
Knowing the nearby villages of Salakana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salakana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salakana
- Where is Salakana located?
- Salakana village is situated in Korai Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salakana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Salakana is Sadakpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Salakana?
- The pincode of Salakana is 755022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salakana is 322, with 159 males and 163 females.
- How many households are there in Salakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salakana village has a total of 76 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salakana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salakana is 85.71%. The male literacy rate is 88.68%, while the female literacy rate is 82.82%.