Salash
Salash is a village located in Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.4km away from sub-district headquarter Hilli (tehsildar office) and 16.1km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Binshira is the gram panchayat of Salash village.
Salash 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 Salash
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salash is 311050. The village spans a total geographical area of 139.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733145. Balurghat is nearest town to Salash village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Salash
Population of Salash
Below is a concise population overview of Salash 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 | 638 | 334 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 102 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 239 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 95 | 137 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salash village:
- The total population of Salash village is around 638, including approximately 334 males and 304 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Salash village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salash village has 34 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 219 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salash village is about 63.64%, with male literacy at 71.56% and female literacy at 54.93%.
- There are around 148 households in Salash village.
Connectivity of Salash
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salash. As per the 2011 stats, Salash had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salash
Knowing the nearby villages of Salash helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salash.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salash
- Where is Salash located?
- Salash village is situated in Hilli Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salash?
- The Gram Panchayat of Salash is Binshira (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Salash?
- The pincode of Salash is 733145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salash as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salash is 638, with 334 males and 304 females.
- How many households are there in Salash as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salash village has a total of 148 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salash as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salash is 63.64%. The male literacy rate is 71.56%, while the female literacy rate is 54.93%.