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
According to the 2011 Census, Salgi village had a total population of 169 people, including 84 males and 85 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.12%, with male literacy at 56.06% and female literacy at 40.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 164.
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 | 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 had a total population of 169, including 84 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Salgi?
Salgi had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salgi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salgi was 48.12%. Male literacy was 56.06% and female literacy was 40.30%.