Gram Salkia - Burwan, Murshidabad
Gram Salkia is a village situated in the Burwan subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Burwan-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gram Salkia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gram Salkia is 315955. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.49 hectares and falls under the 742132 pincode. Kandi is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Gram Salkia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Burwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baharampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gram Salkia
As per Census 2011, Gram Salkia village has a total population of 3,087 people, consisting of 1,581 males and 1,506 females. The village has 715 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 401 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,913 literate and 1,174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gram Salkia are given below:
| Category | 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 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,913 | 1,065 | 848 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,174 | 516 | 658 |
Nearby Villages of Gram Salkia
Gram Salkia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsalika | West | 0.87 km |
| Ekgharia | North-East | 1.06 km |
| Nima Bahadurpur | South | 1.48 km |
| Ojhara | North-East | 1.66 km |
| Satitara | East | 1.72 km |
| Bolpara | West | 1.73 km |
| Shrihatta | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Fatepur | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Lalitapur | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Gopal Nagar | North | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gram Salkia
Gram Salkia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malihati Talibpur Road, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandi to Gram Salkia is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gram Salkia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gram Salkia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gram Salkia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gram Salkia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gram Salkia
Where is Gram Salkia located?
Gram Salkia village is located in Burwan Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gram Salkia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gram Salkia is Burwan-ii.
What is the pincode of Gram Salkia?
The pincode of Gram Salkia is 742132.
What is the population of Gram Salkia?
Gram Salkia has a total population of 3,087, including 1,581 males and 1,506 females.
How many households are there in Gram Salkia?
There are 715 households in Gram Salkia.
What is the literacy rate in Gram Salkia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gram Salkia is 61.97%. Male literacy is 67.36% and female literacy is 56.31%.