Salgi - Lormi, Mungeli
Salgi is a village situated in the Lormi tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from Lormi and around 105 km from Bilaspur. Bijra Kachhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salgi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salgi is 437882. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.7 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Lormi is the nearest town, located about 32 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 Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salgi
According to the 2011 Census, Salgi village had a total population of 191 people, including 105 males and 86 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 819 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.50%, with male literacy at 45.68% and female literacy at 36.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 160.
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 | 191 | 105 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 87 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 37 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 68 | 62 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Salgi.
| 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 Lormi to Salgi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Salgi is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salgi
Where is Salgi located?
Salgi village is located in Lormi Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salgi?
The Gram Panchayat of Salgi is Bijra Kachhar.
What is the pincode of Salgi?
The pincode of Salgi is 495115.
What is the population of Salgi?
Salgi had a total population of 191, including 105 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Salgi?
Salgi had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salgi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salgi was 41.50%. Male literacy was 45.68% and female literacy was 36.36%.