Salabani - Remuna, Balasore
Salabani is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Basta and around 46 km from Baleshwar. Purusottampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salabani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salabani is 392308. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Salabani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salabani
According to the 2011 Census, Salabani village had a total population of 227 people, including 107 males and 120 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.05%, with male literacy at 73.86% and female literacy at 66.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 227 | 107 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 65 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 42 | 47 |
Transport and Connectivity of Salabani
Salabani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Salabani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jaleswar to Salabani is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Salabani is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salabani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salabani 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Salabani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salabani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salabani
Where is Salabani located?
Salabani village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salabani?
The Gram Panchayat of Salabani is Purusottampur.
What is the pincode of Salabani?
The pincode of Salabani is 756029.
What is the population of Salabani?
Salabani had a total population of 227, including 107 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Salabani?
Salabani had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salabani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salabani was 70.05%. Male literacy was 73.86% and female literacy was 66.97%.