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.
Here you can discover what makes Salgoan unique in its vibrant Balurghat-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Salgoan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Salgoan has a total population of about 1,039, with approximately 524 males and 515 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 91 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 505 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 364. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.53%, with male literacy at about 75.19% and female literacy near 61.75%. There are around 275 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salgoan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.