Salanga

Salanga is a village located in Nimapada tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Nimapada (tehsildar office) and 46.5km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Salanga village is also a gram panchayat.

Salanga has its own place in the vibrant Puri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Salanga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salanga is 409089. The village spans a total geographical area of 176 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752106. Nimapada is nearest town to Salanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

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Population of Salanga

Below is a concise population overview of Salanga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 700 342 358
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 55 28 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 185 85 100
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 577 289 288
Illiterate Population 123 53 70

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salanga village:

  • The total population of Salanga village is around 700, including approximately 342 males and 358 females, with a sex ratio of 1046 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Salanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salanga village has 185 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Salanga village is about 82.43%, with male literacy at 84.50% and female literacy at 80.45%.
  • There are around 170 households in Salanga village.

Connectivity of Salanga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salanga. As per the 2011 stats, Salanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Salanga

Knowing the nearby villages of Salanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salanga.

Frequently Asked Questions about Salanga

Where is Salanga located?
Salanga village is situated in Nimapada Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salanga?
Salanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Salanga?
The pincode of Salanga is 752106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salanga is 700, with 342 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Salanga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salanga village has a total of 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salanga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salanga is 82.43%. The male literacy rate is 84.50%, while the female literacy rate is 80.45%.