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
As per Census 2011, Salakia village has a total population of 244 people, consisting of 124 males and 120 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 99 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 115 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salakia are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 244, including 124 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Salakia?
There are 68 households in Salakia.
What is the literacy rate in Salakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salakia is 40.57%. Male literacy is 58.06% and female literacy is 22.50%.