Saleswar - Balianta, Khordha
Saleswar is a village situated in the Balianta tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balianta and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Balianta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saleswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saleswar is 407530. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 752101 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Saleswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saleswar
As per Census 2011, Saleswar village has a total population of 546 people, consisting of 266 males and 280 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 427 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saleswar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 546 | 266 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 77 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 216 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 50 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Saleswar
Saleswar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gohal | North | 1.30 km |
| Atala | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Kotakana | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Baindol | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Andilo | South | 2.89 km |
| Tiranpada | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Anantapur | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Guali | East | 3.67 km |
| Balianta | South | 4.09 km |
| Jayarsasan | East | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saleswar
Saleswar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mancheswar, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.7 km.
| 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 Bhubaneswar to Saleswar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Saleswar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saleswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saleswar 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Saleswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saleswar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saleswar
Where is Saleswar located?
Saleswar village is located in Balianta Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saleswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Saleswar is Balianta.
What is the pincode of Saleswar?
The pincode of Saleswar is 752101.
What is the population of Saleswar?
Saleswar has a total population of 546, including 266 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Saleswar?
There are 110 households in Saleswar.
What is the literacy rate in Saleswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saleswar is 78.21%. Male literacy is 81.20% and female literacy is 75.36%.