Salijanga
Salijanga is a village located in Kalinganagar tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Kalinganagar (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Salijanga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Salijanga unique in its vibrant Kalinganagar-Jajapur region. You’ll see Salijanga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Salijanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salijanga is 400548. The village spans a total geographical area of 921 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 755026. Jajapur is nearest town to Salijanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Salijanga
Population of Salijanga
According to the 2011 Census, Salijanga has a total population of about 3,062, with approximately 1,561 males and 1,501 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 416 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 397 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,250. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.61%, with male literacy at about 61.76% and female literacy near 43.10%. There are around 692 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salijanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,062 | 1,561 | 1,501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 243 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 202 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,250 | 638 | 612 |
| Literate Population | 1,611 | 964 | 647 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,451 | 597 | 854 |
Connectivity of Salijanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salijanga. As per the 2011 stats, Salijanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salijanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Salijanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salijanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salijanga
- Where is Salijanga located?
- Salijanga village is situated in Kalinganagar Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salijanga?
- Salijanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Salijanga?
- The pincode of Salijanga is 755026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salijanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salijanga is 3,062, with 1,561 males and 1,501 females.
- How many households are there in Salijanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salijanga village has a total of 692 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salijanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salijanga is 52.61%. The male literacy rate is 61.76%, while the female literacy rate is 43.10%.