Paschim Salkumar - Falakata, Alipurduar
Paschim Salkumar is a village situated in the Falakata subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.8 km from Falakata and around 69.3 km from Jalpaiguri . Shalkumar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paschim Salkumar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paschim Salkumar is 307386. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.93 hectares and falls under the 735211 pincode. Falakata is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Paschim Salkumar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paschim Salkumar
As per Census 2011, Paschim Salkumar village has a total population of 3,693 people, consisting of 1,904 males and 1,789 females. The village has 788 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 428 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,109 literate and 1,584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 604 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,037 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paschim Salkumar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,693 | 1,904 | 1,789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 428 | 214 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 604 | 315 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,037 | 530 | 507 |
| Literate Population | 2,109 | 1,189 | 920 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,584 | 715 | 869 |
Nearby Villages of Paschim Salkumar
Paschim Salkumar 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 Paschim Salkumar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Paschim Salkumar.
| 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 Paschim Salkumar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Paschim Salkumar is about 69.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paschim Salkumar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paschim Salkumar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paschim Salkumar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paschim Salkumar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paschim Salkumar
Where is Paschim Salkumar located?
Paschim Salkumar village is located in Falakata Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paschim Salkumar?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Salkumar is Shalkumar.
What is the pincode of Paschim Salkumar?
The pincode of Paschim Salkumar is 735211.
What is the population of Paschim Salkumar?
Paschim Salkumar has a total population of 3,693, including 1,904 males and 1,789 females.
How many households are there in Paschim Salkumar?
There are 788 households in Paschim Salkumar.
What is the literacy rate in Paschim Salkumar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paschim Salkumar is 57.11%. Male literacy is 62.45% and female literacy is 51.43%.