Salgi - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Salgi is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Bhursi Pakri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salgi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salgi is 439237. The village covers a total geographical area of 358.47 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Salgi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salgi
As per Census 2011, Salgi village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 84 males and 85 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 164 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salgi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 84 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 37 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 47 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Salgi
Salgi 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 Salgi
Salgi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Bodla to Salgi is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Salgi is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salgi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salgi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salgi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salgi 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 Salgi
Where is Salgi located?
Salgi village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salgi?
The Gram Panchayat of Salgi is Bhursi Pakri.
What is the pincode of Salgi?
The pincode of Salgi is 491995.
What is the population of Salgi?
Salgi has a total population of 169, including 84 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Salgi?
There are 39 households in Salgi.
What is the literacy rate in Salgi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salgi is 37.87%. Male literacy is 44.05% and female literacy is 31.76%.