Salekhaman - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Salekhaman is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Mahulpalli and around 130 km from Sambalpur. K.jamankira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salekhaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salekhaman is 381488. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 768227 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Salekhaman 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 Salekhaman
As per Census 2011, Salekhaman village has a total population of 165 people, consisting of 79 males and 86 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 115 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salekhaman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 165 | 79 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 51 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 31 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Salekhaman
Salekhaman 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 Salekhaman
Salekhaman is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Salekhaman is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Salekhaman is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salekhaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salekhaman 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 Salekhaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salekhaman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salekhaman
Where is Salekhaman located?
Salekhaman village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salekhaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Salekhaman is K.jamankira.
What is the pincode of Salekhaman?
The pincode of Salekhaman is 768227.
What is the population of Salekhaman?
Salekhaman has a total population of 165, including 79 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Salekhaman?
There are 47 households in Salekhaman.
What is the literacy rate in Salekhaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salekhaman is 56.97%. Male literacy is 60.76% and female literacy is 53.49%.