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
According to the 2011 Census, Salghati village had a total population of 238 people, including 116 males and 122 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.67%, with male literacy at 64.04% and female literacy at 22.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 238.
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 | 238 | 116 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 238, including 116 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Salghati?
Salghati had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salghati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salghati was 41.67%. Male literacy was 64.04% and female literacy was 22.33%.