Salagapadar - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Salagapadar is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sindirigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salagapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salagapadar is 416620. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Salagapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salagapadar
As per Census 2011, Salagapadar village has a total population of 116 people, consisting of 53 males and 63 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,188 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 50 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salagapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 116 | 53 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 28 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 25 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Salagapadar
Salagapadar 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 Salagapadar
Public transport in the Salagapadar 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 G. Udayagiri to Salagapadar is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Salagapadar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salagapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salagapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salagapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salagapadar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salagapadar
Where is Salagapadar located?
Salagapadar village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salagapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Salagapadar is Sindirigaon.
What is the pincode of Salagapadar?
The pincode of Salagapadar is 762103.
What is the population of Salagapadar?
Salagapadar has a total population of 116, including 53 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Salagapadar?
There are 24 households in Salagapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Salagapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salagapadar is 43.10%. Male literacy is 52.83% and female literacy is 34.92%.