Salanga - Nimapada, Puri
Salanga is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 46.5 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Salanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salanga is 409089. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Salanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salanga
As per Census 2011, Salanga village has a total population of 700 people, consisting of 342 males and 358 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 577 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 700 | 342 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 85 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 577 | 289 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 53 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Salanga
Salanga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Janra | South-West | 0.89 km |
| Kotaranga | North | 1.47 km |
| Arisandha | East | 1.55 km |
| Naraladeuli | West | 1.59 km |
| Amaranga | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Bijipur | North | 2.07 km |
| Andhraichhapur | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Paikasahi | West | 2.20 km |
| Bamanal | West | 2.20 km |
| Bamadeipur | North-East | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salanga
Salanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Nimapada to Salanga is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Salanga is about 46.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salanga 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salanga
Where is Salanga located?
Salanga village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salanga?
Salanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salanga?
The pincode of Salanga is 752106.
What is the population of Salanga?
Salanga has a total population of 700, including 342 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Salanga?
There are 170 households in Salanga.
What is the literacy rate in Salanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salanga is 82.43%. Male literacy is 84.50% and female literacy is 80.45%.