Salanchi

Salanchi is a village located in Raghunathpur I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.6km away from sub-district headquarter Raghunathpur (tehsildar office) and 79.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Nutandi is the gram panchayat of Salanchi village.

Salanchi has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Salanchi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salanchi is 330290. The village spans a total geographical area of 181.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723133. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Salanchi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Salanchi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,476 755 721
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 162 74 88
Scheduled Castes (SC) 833 443 390
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 805 507 298
Illiterate Population 671 248 423

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

  • The total population of Salanchi village is around 1,476, including approximately 755 males and 721 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 162 children aged 0–6 years in Salanchi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salanchi village has 833 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Salanchi village is about 54.54%, with male literacy at 67.15% and female literacy at 41.33%.
  • There are around 293 households in Salanchi village.

Connectivity of Salanchi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salanchi. As per the 2011 stats, Salanchi 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Salanchi

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

Nandaha Joradi Hurara Amtor Modharjhor Alias Nunirdi Dhatara Gopal Chak Namabathan Lachhmanpur Jarukhamar Gagra

Frequently Asked Questions about Salanchi

Where is Salanchi located?
Salanchi village is situated in Raghunathpur I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salanchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Salanchi is Nutandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salanchi?
The pincode of Salanchi is 723133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salanchi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salanchi is 1,476, with 755 males and 721 females.
How many households are there in Salanchi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salanchi village has a total of 293 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salanchi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salanchi is 54.54%. The male literacy rate is 67.15%, while the female literacy rate is 41.33%.