Salabana - Kodala, Ganjam
Salabana is a village situated in the Kodala tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodala and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Sandhamula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salabana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salabana is 411642. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 761032 pincode. Kodala is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Salabana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salabana
According to the 2011 Census, Salabana village had a total population of 1,174 people, including 643 males and 531 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.96%, with male literacy at 84.31% and female literacy at 66.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 1,174 | 643 | 531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 95 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 768 | 462 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 181 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Salabana
Salabana 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 Salabana
Salabana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodala to Salabana is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Salabana is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salabana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salabana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Salabana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salabana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salabana
Where is Salabana located?
Salabana village is located in Kodala Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salabana?
The Gram Panchayat of Salabana is Sandhamula.
What is the pincode of Salabana?
The pincode of Salabana is 761032.
What is the population of Salabana?
Salabana had a total population of 1,174, including 643 males and 531 females.
How many households are there in Salabana?
Salabana had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salabana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salabana was 75.96%. Male literacy was 84.31% and female literacy was 66.09%.