Salhepali - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Salhepali is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Gourenmunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salhepali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salhepali is 380133. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Salhepali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salhepali
According to the 2011 Census, Salhepali village had a total population of 504 people, including 262 males and 242 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.77%, with male literacy at 85.22% and female literacy at 59.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 504 | 262 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 196 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 66 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Salhepali
Salhepali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| San Dunguripali | West | 1.12 km |
| Jamjuri | South | 1.16 km |
| Gourenmunda | North | 1.75 km |
| Raghupadar | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Uparbahal | East | 2.33 km |
| Burochhapar | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Turcha | North | 2.90 km |
| Uchhabapali | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Bhoipali | East | 3.50 km |
| Chhindrapali | North-West | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salhepali
Public transport in the Salhepali is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Loisingha, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Padmapur to Salhepali is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Salhepali is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salhepali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salhepali 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 Salhepali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salhepali 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 Salhepali
Where is Salhepali located?
Salhepali village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salhepali?
The Gram Panchayat of Salhepali is Gourenmunda.
What is the pincode of Salhepali?
The pincode of Salhepali is 768037.
What is the population of Salhepali?
Salhepali had a total population of 504, including 262 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Salhepali?
Salhepali had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salhepali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salhepali was 72.77%. Male literacy was 85.22% and female literacy was 59.63%.