Saltora

Saltora is a village located in Gangajalghati subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.9km away from sub-district headquarter Amarkanan. Bankura is the district headquarter of Saltora village. As per 2009 stats, Kapista is the gram panchayat of Saltora village.

Saltora has its own place in the vibrant Bankura region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Saltora

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saltora is 326301. The village spans a total geographical area of 229.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722203. Bankura is nearest town to Saltora village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

When it comes to local governance, Saltora village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barjora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bishnupur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Saltora

Below is a concise population overview of Saltora as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,928 1,479 1,449
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 349 178 171
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,669 824 845
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,702 1,002 700
Illiterate Population 1,226 477 749

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Saltora village:

  • The total population of Saltora village is around 2,928, including approximately 1,479 males and 1,449 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 349 children aged 0–6 years in Saltora village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Saltora village has 1,669 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Saltora village is about 58.13%, with male literacy at 67.75% and female literacy at 48.31%.
  • There are around 670 households in Saltora village.

Connectivity of Saltora

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saltora. As per the 2011 stats, Saltora had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Saltora

Knowing the nearby villages of Saltora helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saltora.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Saltora

Where is Saltora located?
Saltora village is situated in Gangajalghati Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saltora?
The Gram Panchayat of Saltora is Kapista (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Saltora?
The pincode of Saltora is 722203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Saltora as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saltora is 2,928, with 1,479 males and 1,449 females.
How many households are there in Saltora as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Saltora village has a total of 670 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saltora as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saltora is 58.13%. The male literacy rate is 67.75%, while the female literacy rate is 48.31%.