Salhe-Tola(Babu) - Narharpur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Salhe-Tola(Babu) is a village situated in the Narharpur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narharpur and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Babusalhetola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salhe-Tola(Babu) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salhe-Tola(Babu) is 447938. The village covers a total geographical area of 554.3 hectares and falls under the 494335 pincode. Kanker is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Salhe-Tola(Babu) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanker Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Salhe-Tola(Babu)
As per Census 2011, Salhe-Tola(Babu) village has a total population of 923 people, consisting of 425 males and 498 females. The village has 221 households and a sex ratio of 1,171 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 545 literate and 378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 534 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salhe-Tola(Babu) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 923 | 425 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 50 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 89 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 534 | 244 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 296 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 129 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Salhe-Tola(Babu)
Salhe-Tola(Babu) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagod | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Junwani | North | 2.34 km |
| Gotpur | West | 2.39 km |
| Sarangpal | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Rampur | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Chanar | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Hatkongera | West | 3.26 km |
| Markatola(largaon) | East | 3.47 km |
| Dashpur | South | 3.79 km |
| Satlor | South-East | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salhe-Tola(Babu)
Salhe-Tola(Babu) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.1 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 Kanker to Salhe-Tola(Babu) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salhe-Tola(Babu)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salhe-Tola(Babu) 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salhe-Tola(Babu)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salhe-Tola(Babu) 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 Salhe-Tola(Babu)
Where is Salhe-Tola(Babu) located?
Salhe-Tola(Babu) village is located in Narharpur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salhe-Tola(Babu)?
The Gram Panchayat of Salhe-Tola(Babu) is Babusalhetola.
What is the pincode of Salhe-Tola(Babu)?
The pincode of Salhe-Tola(Babu) is 494335.
What is the population of Salhe-Tola(Babu)?
Salhe-Tola(Babu) has a total population of 923, including 425 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Salhe-Tola(Babu)?
There are 221 households in Salhe-Tola(Babu).
What is the literacy rate in Salhe-Tola(Babu)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salhe-Tola(Babu) is 59.05%. Male literacy is 69.65% and female literacy is 50.00%.