Saldihi - Jharbandh, Bargarh
Saldihi is a village situated in the Jharbandh tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Jharbandha and around 129 km from Bargarh. Gotrhuguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saldihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saldihi is 379919. The village covers a total geographical area of 726 hectares and falls under the 768042 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Saldihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saldihi
According to the 2011 Census, Saldihi village had a total population of 1,502 people, including 734 males and 768 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.75%, with male literacy at 75.60% and female literacy at 52.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 199, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,101.
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 | 1,502 | 734 | 768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 111 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 97 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,101 | 541 | 560 |
| Literate Population | 816 | 471 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 263 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Saldihi
Saldihi 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 Saldihi
Saldihi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Saldihi is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Saldihi is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saldihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saldihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saldihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saldihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saldihi
Where is Saldihi located?
Saldihi village is located in Jharbandh Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saldihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Saldihi is Gotrhuguda.
What is the pincode of Saldihi?
The pincode of Saldihi is 768042.
What is the population of Saldihi?
Saldihi had a total population of 1,502, including 734 males and 768 females.
How many households are there in Saldihi?
Saldihi had 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saldihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saldihi was 63.75%. Male literacy was 75.60% and female literacy was 52.51%.