Salpang - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Salpang is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Karlapat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salpang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salpang is 424262. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Salpang 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 Salpang
According to the 2011 Census, Salpang village had a total population of 38 people, including 17 males and 21 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,235 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.26%, with male literacy at 53.85% and female literacy at 16.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 10 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Salpang
Salpang 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 Salpang
Public transport in the Salpang is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhawanipatna to Salpang is about 40 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 Salpang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salpang 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Salpang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salpang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salpang
Where is Salpang located?
Salpang village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salpang?
The Gram Panchayat of Salpang is Karlapat.
What is the pincode of Salpang?
The pincode of Salpang is 766037.
What is the population of Salpang?
Salpang had a total population of 38, including 17 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Salpang?
Salpang had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salpang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salpang was 32.26%. Male literacy was 53.85% and female literacy was 16.67%.