Saltara
Saltara is a village located in Taldangra subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 26.5km away from sub-district headquarter Taldangra. Bankura is the district headquarter of Saltara village. As per 2009 stats, Saltora is the gram panchayat of Saltara village.
Saltara 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 Saltara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saltara is 328733. The village spans a total geographical area of 161.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722158. Bishnupur is nearest town to Saltara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Saltara village comes under Bishnupur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Saltara
Population of Saltara
Below is a concise population overview of Saltara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,510 | 740 | 770 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 76 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 83 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 1,131 | 606 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 134 | 245 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Saltara village:
- The total population of Saltara village is around 1,510, including approximately 740 males and 770 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 150 children aged 0–6 years in Saltara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Saltara village has 53 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 170 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Saltara village is about 74.90%, with male literacy at 81.89% and female literacy at 68.18%.
- There are around 338 households in Saltara village.
Connectivity of Saltara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saltara. As per the 2011 stats, Saltara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Saltara
Knowing the nearby villages of Saltara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saltara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saltara
- Where is Saltara located?
- Saltara village is situated in Taldangra Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saltara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Saltara is Saltora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Saltara?
- The pincode of Saltara is 722158, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Saltara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saltara is 1,510, with 740 males and 770 females.
- How many households are there in Saltara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saltara village has a total of 338 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saltara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saltara is 74.90%. The male literacy rate is 81.89%, while the female literacy rate is 68.18%.