Gram Salkia
Gram Salkia is a village located in Burwan subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Gram Salkia are the district & sub-district headquarters of Gram Salkia village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Burwan Ii is the gram panchayat of Gram Salkia village.
Here you can discover what makes Gram Salkia unique in its vibrant Burwan-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Gram Salkia’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 Gram Salkia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gram Salkia is 315955. The village spans a total geographical area of 121.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742138. Kandi is nearest town to Gram Salkia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gram Salkia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Burwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Baharampur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gram Salkia
Population of Gram Salkia
According to the 2011 Census, Gram Salkia has a total population of about 3,087, with approximately 1,581 males and 1,506 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 401 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 267 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.97%, with male literacy at about 67.36% and female literacy near 56.31%. There are around 715 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gram Salkia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,087 | 1,581 | 1,506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 401 | 191 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 128 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,913 | 1,065 | 848 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,174 | 516 | 658 |
Connectivity of Gram Salkia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gram Salkia. As per the 2011 stats, Gram Salkia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gram Salkia
Knowing the nearby villages of Gram Salkia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gram Salkia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gram Salkia
- Where is Gram Salkia located?
- Gram Salkia village is situated in Burwan Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gram Salkia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gram Salkia is Burwan Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gram Salkia?
- The pincode of Gram Salkia is 742138, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gram Salkia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gram Salkia is 3,087, with 1,581 males and 1,506 females.
- How many households are there in Gram Salkia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gram Salkia village has a total of 715 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gram Salkia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gram Salkia is 61.97%. The male literacy rate is 67.36%, while the female literacy rate is 56.31%.