Saleju - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Saleju is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 143 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Partamaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saleju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saleju is 417411. The village covers a total geographical area of 287 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Saleju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saleju
As per Census 2011, Saleju village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 123 males and 127 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 117 literate and 133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saleju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 123 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 73 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 50 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Saleju
Saleju 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 Saleju
Public transport in the Saleju 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Saleju is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Saleju is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saleju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saleju 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 Saleju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saleju 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saleju
Where is Saleju located?
Saleju village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saleju?
The Gram Panchayat of Saleju is Partamaha.
What is the pincode of Saleju?
The pincode of Saleju is 762104.
What is the population of Saleju?
Saleju has a total population of 250, including 123 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Saleju?
There are 59 households in Saleju.
What is the literacy rate in Saleju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saleju is 46.80%. Male literacy is 59.35% and female literacy is 34.65%.