Salpadar - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Salpadar is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bijepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salpadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salpadar is 423120. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Salpadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salpadar
According to the 2011 Census, Salpadar village had a total population of 35 people, including 15 males and 20 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 4.17%, with male literacy at 8.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 14 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Salpadar
Salpadar 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 Salpadar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Salpadar.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Salpadar is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salpadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salpadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salpadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salpadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salpadar
Where is Salpadar located?
Salpadar village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salpadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Salpadar is Bijepur.
What is the pincode of Salpadar?
The pincode of Salpadar is 766027.
What is the population of Salpadar?
Salpadar had a total population of 35, including 15 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Salpadar?
Salpadar had 9 households.