Salepali - Kolabira, Jharsuguda
Salepali is a village situated in the Kolabira tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolabira and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Jharsuguda. Kolabira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salepali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salepali is 381254. The village covers a total geographical area of 318 hectares and falls under the 768213 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Salepali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharsuguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salepali
As per Census 2011, Salepali village has a total population of 760 people, consisting of 374 males and 386 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 451 literate and 309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 582 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salepali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 760 | 374 | 386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 582 | 276 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 254 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 120 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Salepali
Salepali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dandabuda | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Tarekela | East | 1.98 km |
| Patrapali | North | 2.67 km |
| Ghichamura | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Khunapali | North | 4.02 km |
| Raghunathpali | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Jammal(kulta) | North | 4.84 km |
| Kolabira | East | 4.94 km |
| Katikela | West | 4.94 km |
| Sodamal | South-East | 5.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salepali
Salepali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lapanga, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Salepali is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salepali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salepali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salepali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salepali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salepali
Where is Salepali located?
Salepali village is located in Kolabira Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salepali?
The Gram Panchayat of Salepali is Kolabira.
What is the pincode of Salepali?
The pincode of Salepali is 768213.
What is the population of Salepali?
Salepali has a total population of 760, including 374 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Salepali?
There are 204 households in Salepali.
What is the literacy rate in Salepali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salepali is 59.34%. Male literacy is 67.91% and female literacy is 51.04%.