Saltarpali - Loisinga, Balangir
Saltarpali is a village situated in the Loisinga tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Loisinga and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Budhipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saltarpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saltarpali is 419924. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 767020 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Saltarpali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loisingha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saltarpali
As per Census 2011, Saltarpali village has a total population of 281 people, consisting of 135 males and 146 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 172 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 258 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saltarpali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 281 | 135 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 124 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 95 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 40 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Saltarpali
Saltarpali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghusuramunda | South-West | 1.11 km |
| Pipilipali | North-East | 1.26 km |
| Jogisarda | South | 2.06 km |
| Budhipadar | West | 2.16 km |
| Badibahal | East | 2.34 km |
| Bendra | North | 2.45 km |
| Negipali | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Karanpali | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Luhurapali | South | 3.34 km |
| Gurjibhata | South | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saltarpali
Public transport in the Saltarpali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khalipali, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Saltarpali is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Saltarpali is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saltarpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saltarpali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saltarpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saltarpali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saltarpali
Where is Saltarpali located?
Saltarpali village is located in Loisinga Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saltarpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Saltarpali is Budhipadar.
What is the pincode of Saltarpali?
The pincode of Saltarpali is 767020.
What is the population of Saltarpali?
Saltarpali has a total population of 281, including 135 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Saltarpali?
There are 72 households in Saltarpali.
What is the literacy rate in Saltarpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saltarpali is 61.21%. Male literacy is 70.37% and female literacy is 52.74%.