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
As per Census 2011, Salhepali village has a total population of 504 people, consisting of 262 males and 242 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salhepali are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 504, including 262 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Salhepali?
There are 125 households in Salhepali.
What is the literacy rate in Salhepali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salhepali is 64.68%. Male literacy is 74.81% and female literacy is 53.72%.