Salghari - Jorethang, Namchi

Salghari is a village situated in the Jorethang subdivision of Namchi district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 8 km from Namchi and around 8 km from Namchi. Salghari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Salghari is 261121. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.48 hectares and falls under the 737126 pincode. Jorethang is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.

Salghari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Poklok-kamrang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Salghari

According to the 2011 Census, Salghari village had a total population of 850 people, including 412 males and 438 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.55%, with male literacy at 86.33% and female literacy at 78.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Salghari

Salghari 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Salghari

Salghari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Darjeeling, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jorethang to Salghari is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Namchi to Salghari is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Salghari

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salghari village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Salghari

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salghari village are given below:

FAQs about Salghari