Salampur - Soro, Balasore
Salampur is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Soro and around 43 km from Baleshwar. Talanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salampur is 393989. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Salampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salampur
According to the 2011 Census, Salampur village had a total population of 442 people, including 237 males and 205 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.73%, with male literacy at 98.09% and female literacy at 95.21%.
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 | 442 | 237 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 205 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 32 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Salampur
Salampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talanagar | North | 1.05 km |
| Sunari | West | 1.07 km |
| Brahmapur | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Kashaba | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Radhaballavpur | South | 1.72 km |
| Keshpur | East | 1.87 km |
| Habeligandatira | North | 2.20 km |
| Bedpur | South | 2.62 km |
| Ankula | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Alipur | North | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salampur
Public transport in the Salampur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sabira, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.0 km.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Salampur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Salampur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salampur 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 Salampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salampur
Where is Salampur located?
Salampur village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salampur is Talanagar.
What is the pincode of Salampur?
The pincode of Salampur is 756045.
What is the population of Salampur?
Salampur had a total population of 442, including 237 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Salampur?
Salampur had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salampur was 96.73%. Male literacy was 98.09% and female literacy was 95.21%.