Salap - Nandapur, Koraput
Salap is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Khemunduguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salap village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salap is 429907. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Salap village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salap
As per Census 2011, Salap village has a total population of 359 people, consisting of 169 males and 190 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,124 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salap are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 359 | 169 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 226 | 111 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 94 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 75 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Salap
Salap 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 Salap
Public transport in the Salap 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Salap is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Salap is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salap 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salap 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 Salap
Where is Salap located?
Salap village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salap?
The Gram Panchayat of Salap is Khemunduguda.
What is the pincode of Salap?
The pincode of Salap is 764037.
What is the population of Salap?
Salap has a total population of 359, including 169 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Salap?
There are 83 households in Salap.
What is the literacy rate in Salap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salap is 42.62%. Male literacy is 55.62% and female literacy is 31.05%.