Salamarikonda - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Salamarikonda is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Kangurukunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salamarikonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salamarikonda is 431001. The village covers a total geographical area of 245 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Salamarikonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salamarikonda
As per Census 2011, Salamarikonda village has a total population of 2,253 people, consisting of 1,144 males and 1,109 females. The village has 528 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 978 literate and 1,275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 439 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salamarikonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,253 | 1,144 | 1,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 204 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,290 | 663 | 627 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 439 | 210 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 978 | 572 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,275 | 572 | 703 |
Nearby Villages of Salamarikonda
Salamarikonda 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 Salamarikonda
Salamarikonda 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Salamarikonda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Salamarikonda is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salamarikonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salamarikonda 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 Salamarikonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salamarikonda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salamarikonda
Where is Salamarikonda located?
Salamarikonda village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salamarikonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Salamarikonda is Kangurukunda.
What is the pincode of Salamarikonda?
The pincode of Salamarikonda is 764086.
What is the population of Salamarikonda?
Salamarikonda has a total population of 2,253, including 1,144 males and 1,109 females.
How many households are there in Salamarikonda?
There are 528 households in Salamarikonda.
What is the literacy rate in Salamarikonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salamarikonda is 43.41%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 36.61%.