Salaka

Salaka is a village located in Mat tehsil of Mathura district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Mat (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Mathura. As per 2009 stats, Suhagpur is the gram panchayat of Salaka village.

Salaka has its own place in the vibrant Mathura 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 Salaka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salaka is 123857. The village spans a total geographical area of 121.77 hectares. Mat is nearest town to Salaka village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Salaka 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 Mant Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mathura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Salaka

Below is a concise population overview of Salaka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 383 200 183
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 60 33 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 104 51 53
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 191 133 58
Illiterate Population 192 67 125

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salaka village:

  • The total population of Salaka village is around 383, including approximately 200 males and 183 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Salaka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salaka village has 104 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Salaka village is about 49.87%, with male literacy at 66.50% and female literacy at 31.69%.
  • There are around 61 households in Salaka village.

Connectivity of Salaka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salaka. As per the 2011 stats, Salaka 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Salaka

Knowing the nearby villages of Salaka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salaka.

Balipur Shall Lalpur Mat Chandpur Kalan Suhagpur Ram Nagla Nawali Bhureka Ekhu Nausherpur Mubarikpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Salaka

Where is Salaka located?
Salaka village is situated in Mat Tehsil, within the Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Salaka is Suhagpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Salaka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salaka is 383, with 200 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Salaka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salaka village has a total of 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salaka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salaka is 49.87%. The male literacy rate is 66.50%, while the female literacy rate is 31.69%.