Saledamak - Saintala, Balangir
Saledamak is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Talbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saledamak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saledamak is 421056. The village covers a total geographical area of 369 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Saledamak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saledamak
As per Census 2011, Saledamak village has a total population of 476 people, consisting of 230 males and 246 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 318 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saledamak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 476 | 230 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 24 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 30 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 176 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 54 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Saledamak
Saledamak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhinkermal | North | 1.57 km |
| Ekagudi | West | 1.61 km |
| Suliamal | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Talbahal` | South | 2.41 km |
| Dabjor | West | 3.48 km |
| Lamkani | South | 4.00 km |
| Dumerjor | North | 4.40 km |
| Rengali Bahal | South-West | 5.00 km |
| Dhunkeda | South-East | 6.04 km |
| Kharlikani | East | 6.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saledamak
Saledamak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Saledamak is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Saledamak is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saledamak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saledamak 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saledamak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saledamak 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saledamak
Where is Saledamak located?
Saledamak village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saledamak?
The Gram Panchayat of Saledamak is Talbahal.
What is the pincode of Saledamak?
The pincode of Saledamak is 767032.
What is the population of Saledamak?
Saledamak has a total population of 476, including 230 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Saledamak?
There are 123 households in Saledamak.
What is the literacy rate in Saledamak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saledamak is 66.81%. Male literacy is 76.52% and female literacy is 57.72%.