Saleni - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Saleni is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from Gochhapada and around 42 km from Phulbani. Solaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saleni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saleni is 415107. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Saleni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saleni
According to the 2011 Census, Saleni village had a total population of 34 people, including 17 males and 17 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.48%, with male literacy at 53.85% and female literacy at 18.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 10 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Saleni
Saleni 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 Saleni
Saleni is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Phulabani to Saleni is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Saleni is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saleni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saleni 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 Saleni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saleni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saleni
Where is Saleni located?
Saleni village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saleni?
The Gram Panchayat of Saleni is Solaguda.
What is the pincode of Saleni?
The pincode of Saleni is 762002.
What is the population of Saleni?
Saleni had a total population of 34, including 17 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Saleni?
Saleni had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saleni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saleni was 34.48%. Male literacy was 53.85% and female literacy was 18.75%.