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
As per Census 2011, Salimabad village has a total population of 973 people, consisting of 515 males and 458 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 555 literate and 418 illiterate residents. Additionally, 791 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salimabad are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 973, including 515 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Salimabad?
There are 213 households in Salimabad.
What is the literacy rate in Salimabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salimabad is 57.04%. Male literacy is 65.24% and female literacy is 47.82%.