Salejharan - Jujomura, Sambalpur
Salejharan is a village situated in the Jujomura tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jujomura and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Kesapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salejharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salejharan is 382184. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 768105 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Salejharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salejharan
As per Census 2011, Salejharan village has a total population of 85 people, consisting of 50 males and 35 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 700 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 56 literate and 29 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salejharan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 85 | 50 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 20 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 37 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 13 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Salejharan
Salejharan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ainlajharan | North | 1.17 km |
| Sansudungpal | East | 1.25 km |
| Jhankarpali | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Padapani | North | 2.23 km |
| Badsudungpal | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Badpati | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Gidhmal | North | 3.22 km |
| Chhelikhai | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Gopalpur | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Kaunsipani | East | 3.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salejharan
Salejharan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jujumura, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sambalpur to Salejharan is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Salejharan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salejharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salejharan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salejharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salejharan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salejharan
Where is Salejharan located?
Salejharan village is located in Jujomura Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salejharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Salejharan is Kesapali.
What is the pincode of Salejharan?
The pincode of Salejharan is 768105.
What is the population of Salejharan?
Salejharan has a total population of 85, including 50 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Salejharan?
There are 19 households in Salejharan.
What is the literacy rate in Salejharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salejharan is 65.88%. Male literacy is 74.00% and female literacy is 54.29%.