Salohi - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Salohi is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Sarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salohi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salohi is 382014. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Salohi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salohi
According to the 2011 Census, Salohi village had a total population of 87 people, including 44 males and 43 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.24%, with male literacy at 47.37% and female literacy at 38.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 26 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Salohi
Salohi 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 Salohi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Salohi.
| 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 Kochinda to Salohi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Salohi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salohi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salohi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Salohi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salohi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salohi
Where is Salohi located?
Salohi village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salohi?
The Gram Panchayat of Salohi is Sarda.
What is the pincode of Salohi?
The pincode of Salohi is 768107.
What is the population of Salohi?
Salohi had a total population of 87, including 44 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Salohi?
Salohi had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salohi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salohi was 43.24%. Male literacy was 47.37% and female literacy was 38.89%.