Salomadhapur - Khaira, Balasore
Salomadhapur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Similia and around 75 km from Baleshwar. Manatri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salomadhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salomadhapur is 394118. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Salomadhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salomadhapur
As per Census 2011, Salomadhapur village has a total population of 655 people, consisting of 322 males and 333 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 490 literate and 165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salomadhapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 655 | 322 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 78 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 258 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 64 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Salomadhapur
Salomadhapur 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 Salomadhapur
Public transport in the Salomadhapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Salomadhapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Soro to Salomadhapur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Salomadhapur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salomadhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salomadhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salomadhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salomadhapur 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 Salomadhapur
Where is Salomadhapur located?
Salomadhapur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salomadhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salomadhapur is Manatri.
What is the pincode of Salomadhapur?
The pincode of Salomadhapur is 756134.
What is the population of Salomadhapur?
Salomadhapur has a total population of 655, including 322 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Salomadhapur?
There are 174 households in Salomadhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Salomadhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salomadhapur is 74.81%. Male literacy is 80.12% and female literacy is 69.67%.