Salapaguda - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Salapaguda is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Podapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salapaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salapaguda is 428600. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Salapaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salapaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Salapaguda village had a total population of 203 people, including 104 males and 99 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.22%, with male literacy at 26.25% and female literacy at 22.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 197.
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 | 203 | 104 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 101 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 83 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Salapaguda
Salapaguda 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 Salapaguda
Salapaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jeypur to Salapaguda is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Salapaguda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salapaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salapaguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salapaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salapaguda 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 Salapaguda
Where is Salapaguda located?
Salapaguda village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salapaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Salapaguda is Podapadar.
What is the pincode of Salapaguda?
The pincode of Salapaguda is 764014.
What is the population of Salapaguda?
Salapaguda had a total population of 203, including 104 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Salapaguda?
Salapaguda had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salapaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salapaguda was 24.22%. Male literacy was 26.25% and female literacy was 22.22%.