Saltora - Binpur - II, Jhargram
Saltora is a village situated in the Binpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.9 km from Lalgarh. Kanko serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saltora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saltora is 335827. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.58 hectares and falls under the 721501 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Saltora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saltora
As per Census 2011, Saltora village has a total population of 173 people, consisting of 87 males and 86 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saltora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 173 | 87 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 65 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 22 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Saltora
Saltora 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 Saltora
Saltora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Saltora is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saltora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saltora 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 Saltora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saltora 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saltora
Where is Saltora located?
Saltora village is located in Binpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saltora?
The Gram Panchayat of Saltora is Kanko.
What is the pincode of Saltora?
The pincode of Saltora is 721501.
What is the population of Saltora?
Saltora has a total population of 173, including 87 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Saltora?
There are 39 households in Saltora.
What is the literacy rate in Saltora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saltora is 72.83%. Male literacy is 74.71% and female literacy is 70.93%.