Salapada - Parajang, Dhenkanal
Salapada is a village situated in the Parajang tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parajang and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Kalada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salapada is 402263. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 759120 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Salapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salapada
According to the 2011 Census, Salapada village had a total population of 197 people, including 107 males and 90 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.68%, with male literacy at 84.78% and female literacy at 56.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 144.
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 | 197 | 107 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 78 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 78 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 29 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Salapada
Salapada 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 Salapada
Public transport in the Salapada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Talcher to Salapada is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Salapada is about 64 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 Salapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Salapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salapada
Where is Salapada located?
Salapada village is located in Parajang Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Salapada is Kalada.
What is the pincode of Salapada?
The pincode of Salapada is 759120.
What is the population of Salapada?
Salapada had a total population of 197, including 107 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Salapada?
Salapada had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salapada was 71.68%. Male literacy was 84.78% and female literacy was 56.79%.