Salki - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Salki is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 31.8 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Satpalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salki is 316656. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.2 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Salki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salki
As per Census 2011, Salki village has a total population of 359 people, consisting of 185 males and 174 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 246 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 359 | 185 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 140 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 45 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Salki
Salki 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 Salki
Salki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Salki.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sainthia to Salki is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Salki is about 31.8 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salki
Where is Salki located?
Salki village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salki?
The Gram Panchayat of Salki is Satpalsa.
What is the pincode of Salki?
The pincode of Salki is 731213.
What is the population of Salki?
Salki has a total population of 359, including 185 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Salki?
There are 96 households in Salki.
What is the literacy rate in Salki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salki is 68.52%. Male literacy is 75.68% and female literacy is 60.92%.