Salkuli - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Salkuli is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Bari Banj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salkuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salkuli is 054582. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.53 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Salkuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Salkuli
According to the 2011 Census, Salkuli village had a total population of 78 people, including 35 males and 43 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,229 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 89.66% and female literacy at 55.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78 | 35 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 35 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 9 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Salkuli
Salkuli 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 Salkuli
Salkuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Salkuli is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Salkuli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salkuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salkuli 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salkuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salkuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salkuli
Where is Salkuli located?
Salkuli village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salkuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Salkuli is Bari Banj.
What is the pincode of Salkuli?
The pincode of Salkuli is 263135.
What is the population of Salkuli?
Salkuli had a total population of 78, including 35 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Salkuli?
Salkuli had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salkuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salkuli was 71.43%. Male literacy was 89.66% and female literacy was 55.88%.