Salimi - Mathili, Malkangiri
Salimi is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Salimi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salimi is 430412. The village covers a total geographical area of 1159 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Salimi 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 Salimi
As per Census 2011, Salimi village has a total population of 1,541 people, consisting of 733 males and 808 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 1,102 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 737 literate and 804 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,118 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salimi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,541 | 733 | 808 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 148 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 132 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,118 | 517 | 601 |
| Literate Population | 737 | 432 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 804 | 301 | 503 |
Nearby Villages of Salimi
Salimi 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 Salimi
Salimi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Salimi is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Salimi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salimi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salimi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salimi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salimi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salimi
Where is Salimi located?
Salimi village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salimi?
Salimi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salimi?
The pincode of Salimi is 764044.
What is the population of Salimi?
Salimi has a total population of 1,541, including 733 males and 808 females.
How many households are there in Salimi?
There are 333 households in Salimi.
What is the literacy rate in Salimi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salimi is 47.83%. Male literacy is 58.94% and female literacy is 37.75%.