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
According to the 2011 Census, Salki village had a total population of 359 people, including 185 males and 174 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.88%, with male literacy at 85.37% and female literacy at 67.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 359 | 185 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 359, including 185 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Salki?
Salki had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salki was 76.88%. Male literacy was 85.37% and female literacy was 67.95%.