Salepali - Patnagarh, Balangir
Salepali is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Salepali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salepali is 420684. The village covers a total geographical area of 510 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Salepali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salepali
According to the 2011 Census, Salepali village had a total population of 801 people, including 396 males and 405 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.79%, with male literacy at 79.71% and female literacy at 55.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 245, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 193.
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 | 801 | 396 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 56 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 125 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 94 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 271 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 125 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Salepali
Salepali 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 Salepali
Salepali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. Salepali has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Salepali is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Salepali is about 40 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 Salepali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salepali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salepali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salepali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Salepali
Where is Salepali located?
Salepali village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salepali?
Salepali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salepali?
The pincode of Salepali is 767025.
What is the population of Salepali?
Salepali had a total population of 801, including 396 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Salepali?
Salepali had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salepali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salepali was 67.79%. Male literacy was 79.71% and female literacy was 55.98%.