Salghati - Bangiriposi, Mayurbhanj
Salghati is a village situated in the Bangiriposi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangiriposi and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Brahmangan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salghati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salghati is 389612. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 757032 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Salghati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salghati
As per Census 2011, Salghati village has a total population of 238 people, consisting of 116 males and 122 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 80 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 238 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salghati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 238 | 116 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 116 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 57 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 59 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Salghati
Salghati 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 Salghati
Salghati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Baripada to Salghati is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Salghati 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 Salghati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salghati 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 Salghati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salghati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salghati
Where is Salghati located?
Salghati village is located in Bangiriposi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salghati?
The Gram Panchayat of Salghati is Brahmangan.
What is the pincode of Salghati?
The pincode of Salghati is 757032.
What is the population of Salghati?
Salghati has a total population of 238, including 116 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Salghati?
There are 56 households in Salghati.
What is the literacy rate in Salghati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salghati is 33.61%. Male literacy is 49.14% and female literacy is 18.85%.