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
As per Census 2011, Salkumarhat village has a total population of 5,952 people, consisting of 3,090 males and 2,862 females. The village has 1,393 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 734 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,928 literate and 2,024 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,631 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 608 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salkumarhat are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 5,952, including 3,090 males and 2,862 females.
How many households are there in Salkumarhat?
There are 1,393 households in Salkumarhat.
What is the literacy rate in Salkumarhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salkumarhat is 65.99%. Male literacy is 71.46% and female literacy is 60.10%.