Salkhan
Salkhan is a village located in Robertsganj tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from Robertsganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Salkhan village. As per 2009 stats, Salkhan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Salkhan unique in its vibrant Robertsganj-Sonbhadra region. You’ll see Salkhan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Salkhan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salkhan is 213644. The village spans a total geographical area of 995.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 231205. Robertsganj is nearest town to Salkhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Salkhan
Population of Salkhan
According to the 2011 Census, Salkhan has a total population of about 10,552, with approximately 5,561 males and 4,991 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,084 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,414 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,697. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.11%, with male literacy at about 53.32% and female literacy near 35.96%. There are around 1,935 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salkhan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,552 | 5,561 | 4,991 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,084 | 1,097 | 987 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,414 | 1,793 | 1,621 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,697 | 1,366 | 1,331 |
| Literate Population | 4,760 | 2,965 | 1,795 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,792 | 2,596 | 3,196 |
Connectivity of Salkhan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salkhan. As per the 2011 stats, Salkhan 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salkhan
Knowing the nearby villages of Salkhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salkhan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salkhan
- Where is Salkhan located?
- Salkhan village is situated in Robertsganj Tehsil, within the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salkhan?
- Salkhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salkhan?
- The pincode of Salkhan is 231205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salkhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salkhan is 10,552, with 5,561 males and 4,991 females.
- How many households are there in Salkhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salkhan village has a total of 1,935 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salkhan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salkhan is 45.11%. The male literacy rate is 53.32%, while the female literacy rate is 35.96%.