Salapoi - Niali, Cuttack
Salapoi is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Nivarana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salapoi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salapoi is 400389. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 752120 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Salapoi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salapoi
According to the 2011 Census, Salapoi village had a total population of 181 people, including 89 males and 92 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.37%, with male literacy at 82.14% and female literacy at 64.71%.
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 | 181 | 89 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 69 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 20 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Salapoi
Salapoi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Puruna Betenda | West | 1.02 km |
| Rokida | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Hasinipur | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Suninda | East | 1.48 km |
| Nua-betenda | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Suhagpur | South | 2.24 km |
| Sikhar | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Angeswarpada | East | 2.60 km |
| Satakalia | North | 2.71 km |
| Bilipada | North | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salapoi
Salapoi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gorakhnath, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Salapoi is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Salapoi is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salapoi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salapoi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salapoi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salapoi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salapoi
Where is Salapoi located?
Salapoi village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salapoi?
The Gram Panchayat of Salapoi is Nivarana.
What is the pincode of Salapoi?
The pincode of Salapoi is 752120.
What is the population of Salapoi?
Salapoi had a total population of 181, including 89 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Salapoi?
Salapoi had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salapoi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salapoi was 73.37%. Male literacy was 82.14% and female literacy was 64.71%.