Salga - Chakrata, Dehradun
Salga is a village situated in the Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakrata and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Salga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salga is 044713. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.77 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Salga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salga
As per Census 2011, Salga village has a total population of 323 people, consisting of 183 males and 140 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 765 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 208 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 323 | 183 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 67 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 116 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 116 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 67 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Salga
Salga is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Salga
Salga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to Salga is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Salga is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salga
Where is Salga located?
Salga village is located in Chakrata Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salga?
Salga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salga?
The pincode of Salga is 248001.
What is the population of Salga?
Salga has a total population of 323, including 183 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Salga?
There are 35 households in Salga.
What is the literacy rate in Salga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salga is 56.35%. Male literacy is 63.39% and female literacy is 47.14%.