Salma
About Salma
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Salma village is 325999. Salma village is located in Saltora subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Saltora. Bankura is the district headquarter of Salma village. As per 2009 stats, Salma village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 647.59 hectares. Salma has a total population of 3,732 peoples, out of which male population is 1,958 while female population is 1,774. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 906 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of salma village is 45.93% out of which 55.41% males and 35.46% females are literate. There are about 749 houses in salma village. Pincode of salma village locality is 722143.
Asansal is nearest town to salma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Salma
The population details of Salma cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,732 | 1,958 | 1,774 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 521 | 288 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,757 | 911 | 846 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 339 | 174 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 1,714 | 1,085 | 629 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,018 | 873 | 1,145 |
Connectivity of Salma
| 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 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Salma
Where is Salma located?
Salma village is situated in Saltora Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salma?
Salma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Salma?
The pincode of Salma is 722143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salma is 3,732, with 1,958 males and 1,774 females.
How many households are there in Salma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salma village has a total of 749 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salma is 45.93%. The male literacy rate is 55.41%, while the female literacy rate is 35.46%.