Salambi - Mangrulpir, Washim
Salambi is a village situated in the Mangrulpir tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrulpir and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Sawargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salambi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salambi is 530822. The village covers a total geographical area of 363.96 hectares and falls under the 444403 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Salambi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Washim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salambi
As per Census 2011, Salambi village has a total population of 553 people, consisting of 283 males and 270 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 323 literate and 230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salambi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 553 | 283 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 189 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 94 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Salambi
Salambi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sawargaon | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Jogaldari | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Kolambi | West | 2.67 km |
| Chikhalgad | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Junanpani | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Khapardari | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Chandai | North | 4.30 km |
| Warda | South-East | 4.61 km |
| Lawana | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Dabha | West | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salambi
Public transport in the Salambi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mangrulpir to Salambi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Salambi is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salambi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salambi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salambi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salambi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salambi
Where is Salambi located?
Salambi village is located in Mangrulpir Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salambi?
The Gram Panchayat of Salambi is Sawargaon.
What is the pincode of Salambi?
The pincode of Salambi is 444403.
What is the population of Salambi?
Salambi has a total population of 553, including 283 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Salambi?
There are 136 households in Salambi.
What is the literacy rate in Salambi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salambi is 58.41%. Male literacy is 66.78% and female literacy is 49.63%.