Salgan
About Salgan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Salgan village is 390396. Salgan village is located in Baisinga tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Baisinga (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Salgaon is the gram panchayat of Salgan village.
The total geographical area of village is 240 hectares. Salgan has a total population of 1,149 peoples, out of which male population is 596 while female population is 553. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 927 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of salgan village is 63.01% out of which 71.48% males and 53.89% females are literate. There are about 282 houses in salgan village. Pincode of salgan village locality is 757017.
When it comes to administration, Salgan 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, Salgan village comes under Badasahi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balasore Lok Sabha constituency. Baleshwar is nearest town to salgan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Salgan
The population details of Salgan 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 | 1,149 | 596 | 553 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 120 | 55 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 148 | 71 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 530 | 299 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 426 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 170 | 255 |
Connectivity of Salgan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salgan
Where is Salgan located?
Salgan village is situated in Baisinga Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salgan?
The Gram Panchayat of Salgan is Salgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salgan?
The pincode of Salgan is 757017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salgan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salgan is 1,149, with 596 males and 553 females.
How many households are there in Salgan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salgan village has a total of 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salgan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salgan is 63.01%. The male literacy rate is 71.48%, while the female literacy rate is 53.89%.