Salekkuri - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Salekkuri is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 83.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Udaypur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salekkuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salekkuri is 310516. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.85 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliagong is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Salekkuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Salekkuri
According to the 2011 Census, Salekkuri village had a total population of 939 people, including 477 males and 462 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.67%, with male literacy at 79.61% and female literacy at 75.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 939 | 477 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 101 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 633 | 328 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 149 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Salekkuri
Salekkuri 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 Salekkuri
Salekkuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliagong to Salekkuri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Salekkuri is about 83.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salekkuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salekkuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Salekkuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salekkuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salekkuri
Where is Salekkuri located?
Salekkuri village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salekkuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Salekkuri is Udaypur.
What is the pincode of Salekkuri?
The pincode of Salekkuri is 733132.
What is the population of Salekkuri?
Salekkuri had a total population of 939, including 477 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Salekkuri?
Salekkuri had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salekkuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salekkuri was 77.67%. Male literacy was 79.61% and female literacy was 75.68%.