Salabani - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Salabani is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Bahanada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salabani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salabani is 390790. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 757075 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Salabani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baripada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salabani
According to the 2011 Census, Salabani village had a total population of 497 people, including 245 males and 252 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.21%, with male literacy at 80.47% and female literacy at 52.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 257.
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 | 497 | 245 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 257 | 123 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 173 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 72 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Salabani
Salabani 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 Salabani
Salabani 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 Baripada to Salabani is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Salabani is about 35 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 Salabani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salabani 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salabani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salabani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salabani
Where is Salabani located?
Salabani village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salabani?
The Gram Panchayat of Salabani is Bahanada.
What is the pincode of Salabani?
The pincode of Salabani is 757075.
What is the population of Salabani?
Salabani had a total population of 497, including 245 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Salabani?
Salabani had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salabani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salabani was 66.21%. Male literacy was 80.47% and female literacy was 52.27%.