Salgamput - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Salgamput is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 120 km from Jodamba and around 125 km from Malkangiri . Panasput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salgamput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salgamput is 430789. The village falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Salgamput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salgamput
According to the 2011 Census, Salgamput village had a total population of 73 people, including 35 males and 38 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,086 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.97%, with male literacy at 60.71% and female literacy at 48.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 18 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Salgamput
Salgamput 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 Salgamput
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Salgamput.
| 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 Balimela to Salgamput is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Salgamput is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salgamput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salgamput 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 Salgamput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salgamput 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 Salgamput
Where is Salgamput located?
Salgamput village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salgamput?
The Gram Panchayat of Salgamput is Panasput.
What is the pincode of Salgamput?
The pincode of Salgamput is 764052.
What is the population of Salgamput?
Salgamput had a total population of 73, including 35 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Salgamput?
Salgamput had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salgamput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salgamput was 53.97%. Male literacy was 60.71% and female literacy was 48.57%.