Salkumarhat - Alipurduar - I, Alipurduar
Salkumarhat is a village situated in the Alipurduar - I subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 30.8 km from Panchkalguri and around 74.1 km from Jalpaiguri . Shalkumar-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salkumarhat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salkumarhat is 307213. The village covers a total geographical area of 555.86 hectares and falls under the 736204 pincode. Falakata is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Salkumarhat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alipurduars Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Salkumarhat
According to the 2011 Census, Salkumarhat village had a total population of 5,952 people, including 3,090 males and 2,862 females, living in 1,393 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.28%, with male literacy at 81.78% and female literacy at 68.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4,631, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 608.
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 | 5,952 | 3,090 | 2,862 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 734 | 390 | 344 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,631 | 2,389 | 2,242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 608 | 321 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 3,928 | 2,208 | 1,720 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,024 | 882 | 1,142 |
Nearby Villages of Salkumarhat
Salkumarhat 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 Salkumarhat
Salkumarhat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Falakata to Salkumarhat is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Salkumarhat is about 74.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salkumarhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salkumarhat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salkumarhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salkumarhat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salkumarhat
Where is Salkumarhat located?
Salkumarhat village is located in Alipurduar - I Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salkumarhat?
The Gram Panchayat of Salkumarhat is Shalkumar-ii.
What is the pincode of Salkumarhat?
The pincode of Salkumarhat is 736204.
What is the population of Salkumarhat?
Salkumarhat had a total population of 5,952, including 3,090 males and 2,862 females.
How many households are there in Salkumarhat?
Salkumarhat had 1,393 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salkumarhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salkumarhat was 75.28%. Male literacy was 81.78% and female literacy was 68.31%.