Saloni - Ghumka, Rajnandgaon
Saloni is a village situated in the Ghumka tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from Rajnandgaon and around 25 km from Rajnandgaon. Saloni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saloni is 440747. The village covers a total geographical area of 472.39 hectares and falls under the 491444 pincode. Rajnandgaon is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Dongargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saloni
As per Census 2011, Saloni village has a total population of 1,390 people, consisting of 698 males and 692 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 894 literate and 496 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saloni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,390 | 698 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 130 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 68 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 894 | 492 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 496 | 206 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Saloni
Saloni is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Temri | East | 1.72 km |
| Bhedra Nawagaon | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Gopalpur | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Dudiya | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Uparwah | South | 3.67 km |
| Bhalu Konha | North | 3.74 km |
| Damoda | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Charbhata | North | 3.98 km |
| Khursidih | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Birejhar | North-East | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saloni
Saloni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Murhipar, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajnandgaon to Saloni is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 <1 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 Ghumka Tehsil, Rajnandgaon 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 491444.
What is the population of Saloni?
Saloni has a total population of 1,390, including 698 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Saloni?
There are 265 households in Saloni.
What is the literacy rate in Saloni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saloni is 64.32%. Male literacy is 70.49% and female literacy is 58.09%.