Salgoan
Salgoan is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.8km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Salgoan village. As per 2009 stats, Amritakhand is the gram panchayat of Salgoan village.
Salgoan has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur 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 Salgoan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salgoan is 311188. The village spans a total geographical area of 236.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733103. Balurghat is nearest town to Salgoan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Salgoan village comes under Balurghat assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Salgoan
Population of Salgoan
Below is a concise population overview of Salgoan 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 | 1,039 | 524 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 41 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 505 | 259 | 246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 364 | 176 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 712 | 394 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 130 | 197 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salgoan village:
- The total population of Salgoan village is around 1,039, including approximately 524 males and 515 females, with a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Salgoan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salgoan village has 505 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 364 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salgoan village is about 68.53%, with male literacy at 75.19% and female literacy at 61.75%.
- There are around 275 households in Salgoan village.
Connectivity of Salgoan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salgoan. As per the 2011 stats, Salgoan 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salgoan
Knowing the nearby villages of Salgoan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salgoan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salgoan
- Where is Salgoan located?
- Salgoan village is situated in Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salgoan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Salgoan is Amritakhand (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Salgoan?
- The pincode of Salgoan is 733103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salgoan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salgoan is 1,039, with 524 males and 515 females.
- How many households are there in Salgoan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salgoan village has a total of 275 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salgoan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salgoan is 68.53%. The male literacy rate is 75.19%, while the female literacy rate is 61.75%.