Salanga
Salanga is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.8km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Salanga village. As per 2009 stats, Dhalhara is the gram panchayat of Salanga village.
Salanga has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Salanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salanga is 338510. The village spans a total geographical area of 16.43 hectares. Midnapur is nearest town to Salanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Salanga
Population of Salanga
Below is a concise population overview of Salanga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 278 | 141 | 137 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 86 | 95 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
Literate Population | 172 | 89 | 83 |
Illiterate Population | 106 | 52 | 54 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salanga village:
- The total population of Salanga village is around 278, including approximately 141 males and 137 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 29 children aged 0–6 years in Salanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salanga village has 181 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salanga village is about 61.87%, with male literacy at 63.12% and female literacy at 60.58%.
- There are around 62 households in Salanga village.
Connectivity of Salanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salanga. As per the 2011 stats, Salanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Salanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salanga
- Where is Salanga located?
- Salanga village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Salanga is Dhalhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Salanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salanga is 278, with 141 males and 137 females.
- How many households are there in Salanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salanga village has a total of 62 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salanga is 61.87%. The male literacy rate is 63.12%, while the female literacy rate is 60.58%.