Salakia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Salakia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Rebingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salakia is 416654. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Salakia 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 Salakia
According to the 2011 Census, Salakia village had a total population of 244 people, including 124 males and 120 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.60%, with male literacy at 67.92% and female literacy at 26.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
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 | 244 | 124 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 54 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 72 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 52 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Salakia
Salakia 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 Salakia
Salakia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Salakia is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Salakia is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salakia 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 Salakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salakia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salakia
Where is Salakia located?
Salakia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Salakia is Rebingia.
What is the pincode of Salakia?
The pincode of Salakia is 762110.
What is the population of Salakia?
Salakia had a total population of 244, including 124 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Salakia?
Salakia had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salakia was 47.60%. Male literacy was 67.92% and female literacy was 26.47%.