Salikakumarda - Purulia - I, Purulia

Salikakumarda is a village situated in the Purulia - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.7 km from Purulia and around 18.1 km from Purulia. Manara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salikakumarda village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Salikakumarda is 331024. The village covers a total geographical area of 474.3 hectares and falls under the 723102 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.

Salikakumarda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purulia Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.

Population of Salikakumarda

According to the 2011 Census, Salikakumarda village had a total population of 1,784 people, including 883 males and 901 females, living in 321 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.04%, with male literacy at 69.01% and female literacy at 45.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 466.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Salikakumarda

Salikakumarda 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Salikakumarda

Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Salikakumarda. The nearest railway station is Tamna, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Salikakumarda is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Salikakumarda is about 18.1 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Salikakumarda

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salikakumarda village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Salikakumarda

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salikakumarda village are given below:

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