Saluni - Banapur, Khordha
Saluni is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Narendrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saluni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saluni is 408447. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 752031 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Saluni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chilika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saluni
According to the 2011 Census, Saluni village had a total population of 335 people, including 165 males and 170 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.08%, with male literacy at 91.72% and female literacy at 86.49%.
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 | 335 | 165 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 133 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 32 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Saluni
Saluni 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 Saluni
Public transport in the Saluni is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Saluni.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banapur to Saluni is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Saluni is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saluni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saluni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saluni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saluni 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saluni
Where is Saluni located?
Saluni village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saluni?
The Gram Panchayat of Saluni is Narendrapur.
What is the pincode of Saluni?
The pincode of Saluni is 752031.
What is the population of Saluni?
Saluni had a total population of 335, including 165 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Saluni?
Saluni had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saluni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saluni was 89.08%. Male literacy was 91.72% and female literacy was 86.49%.