Salmara

Salmara is a village located in Lalgola subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Lalgola are the district & sub-district headquarters of Salmara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Maiya is the gram panchayat of Salmara village.

Salmara has its own place in the vibrant Murshidabad 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 Salmara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salmara is 314182. The village spans a total geographical area of 29.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742000. Lalgola is nearest town to Salmara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Salmara 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 Raghunathganj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jangipur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Salmara

Below is a concise population overview of Salmara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,044 536 508
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 215 102 113
Scheduled Castes (SC) 136 69 67
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8 5 3
Literate Population 576 309 267
Illiterate Population 468 227 241

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salmara village:

  • The total population of Salmara village is around 1,044, including approximately 536 males and 508 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 215 children aged 0–6 years in Salmara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salmara village has 136 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Salmara village is about 55.17%, with male literacy at 57.65% and female literacy at 52.56%.
  • There are around 209 households in Salmara village.

Connectivity of Salmara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salmara. As per the 2011 stats, Salmara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Salmara

Knowing the nearby villages of Salmara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salmara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Salmara

Where is Salmara located?
Salmara village is situated in Lalgola Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salmara?
The Gram Panchayat of Salmara is Maiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salmara?
The pincode of Salmara is 742000, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salmara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salmara is 1,044, with 536 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Salmara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salmara village has a total of 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salmara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salmara is 55.17%. The male literacy rate is 57.65%, while the female literacy rate is 52.56%.