Salora Village - Katghora, Korba
Salora is a village situated in the Katghora tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katghora and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Salora(k) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salora is 435874. The village covers a total geographical area of 325.06 hectares and falls under the 495454 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Salora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katghora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salora
As per Census 2011, Salora village has a total population of 1,721 people, consisting of 848 males and 873 females. The village has 395 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 950 literate and 771 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 97 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salora are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,721 | 848 | 873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 141 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 45 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 950 | 563 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 771 | 285 | 486 |
Nearby Villages of Salora
Salora 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 Salora
Salora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katghora to Salora is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Salora is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salora 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Salora
Where is Salora located?
Salora village is located in Katghora Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salora?
The Gram Panchayat of Salora is Salora(k).
What is the pincode of Salora?
The pincode of Salora is 495454.
What is the population of Salora?
Salora has a total population of 1,721, including 848 males and 873 females.
How many households are there in Salora?
There are 395 households in Salora.
What is the literacy rate in Salora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salora is 55.20%. Male literacy is 66.39% and female literacy is 44.33%.