Salghari
Salghari is a village located in Namchi subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 8km away from Namchi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Salghari village. As per 2009 stats, Salghari village is also a gram panchayat.
Salghari has its own place in the vibrant South District 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 Salghari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salghari is 261121. The village spans a total geographical area of 193.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737126. Jorethang is nearest town to Salghari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Salghari 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 Poklok-kamrang Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Salghari
Population of Salghari
Below is a concise population overview of Salghari 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 | 850 | 412 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 39 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 322 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 90 | 131 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salghari village:
- The total population of Salghari village is around 850, including approximately 412 males and 438 females, with a sex ratio of 1063 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 88 children aged 0–6 years in Salghari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salghari village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 126 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salghari village is about 74.00%, with male literacy at 78.16% and female literacy at 70.09%.
- There are around 184 households in Salghari village.
Connectivity of Salghari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salghari. As per the 2011 stats, Salghari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salghari
Knowing the nearby villages of Salghari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salghari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salghari
- Where is Salghari located?
- Salghari village is situated in Namchi Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salghari?
- Salghari serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salghari?
- The pincode of Salghari is 737126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salghari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salghari is 850, with 412 males and 438 females.
- How many households are there in Salghari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salghari village has a total of 184 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salghari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salghari is 74.00%. The male literacy rate is 78.16%, while the female literacy rate is 70.09%.