Salbani - Saraskana, Mayurbhanj
Salbani is a village situated in the Saraskana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Jharpokharia and around 33 km from Baripada. Jharpokharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salbani is 387949. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 757031 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Salbani 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 Salbani
According to the 2011 Census, Salbani village had a total population of 66 people, including 37 males and 29 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 784 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.91%, with male literacy at 78.13% and female literacy at 60.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 25 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 12 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Salbani
Salbani 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 Salbani
Public transport in the Salbani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Salbani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Salbani is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Salbani is about 33 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 Salbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salbani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salbani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salbani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Salbani
Where is Salbani located?
Salbani village is located in Saraskana Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Salbani is Jharpokharia.
What is the pincode of Salbani?
The pincode of Salbani is 757031.
What is the population of Salbani?
Salbani had a total population of 66, including 37 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Salbani?
Salbani had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salbani was 70.91%. Male literacy was 78.13% and female literacy was 60.87%.