Saloni - Balodabazar, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Saloni is a village situated in the Balodabazar tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from Baloda Bazar and around 95 km from Raipur. Saloni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saloni is 443708. The village covers a total geographical area of 707 hectares and falls under the 493331 pincode. Baloda Bazar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Saloni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saloni
As per Census 2011, Saloni village has a total population of 1,736 people, consisting of 868 males and 868 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 949 literate and 787 illiterate residents. Additionally, 625 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 589 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saloni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,736 | 868 | 868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 157 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 625 | 317 | 308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 589 | 295 | 294 |
| Literate Population | 949 | 581 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 787 | 287 | 500 |
Nearby Villages of Saloni
Saloni 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 Saloni
Saloni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baloda Bazar to Saloni is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Saloni is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saloni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saloni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saloni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saloni 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saloni
Where is Saloni located?
Saloni village is located in Balodabazar Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saloni?
Saloni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saloni?
The pincode of Saloni is 493331.
What is the population of Saloni?
Saloni has a total population of 1,736, including 868 males and 868 females.
How many households are there in Saloni?
There are 387 households in Saloni.
What is the literacy rate in Saloni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saloni is 54.67%. Male literacy is 66.94% and female literacy is 42.40%.