Salimabad - Katigora, Cachar
Salimabad is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 335 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Leverputa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salimabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salimabad is 298915. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.81 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Salimabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katigorah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salimabad
According to the 2011 Census, Salimabad village had a total population of 973 people, including 515 males and 458 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.97%, with male literacy at 82.15% and female literacy at 58.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 791, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 973 | 515 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 106 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 791 | 408 | 383 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 555 | 336 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 179 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Salimabad
Salimabad is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Salimabad
Public transport in the Salimabad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Salimabad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badarpur to Salimabad is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Salimabad is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salimabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salimabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salimabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salimabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salimabad
Where is Salimabad located?
Salimabad village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salimabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Salimabad is Leverputa.
What is the pincode of Salimabad?
The pincode of Salimabad is 788115.
What is the population of Salimabad?
Salimabad had a total population of 973, including 515 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Salimabad?
Salimabad had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salimabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salimabad was 70.97%. Male literacy was 82.15% and female literacy was 58.71%.