Salad - Rengali, Sambalpur
Salad is a village situated in the Rengali tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rengali and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Salad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salad is 381695. The village covers a total geographical area of 1130 hectares and falls under the 768212 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Salad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rengali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salad
As per Census 2011, Salad village has a total population of 1,749 people, consisting of 903 males and 846 females. The village has 417 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,308 literate and 441 illiterate residents. Additionally, 585 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 408 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,749 | 903 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 93 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 585 | 319 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 202 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 1,308 | 743 | 565 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 160 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Salad
Salad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jugipali | West | 2.15 km |
| Jharmunda | North | 2.58 km |
| Pitapali | West | 2.61 km |
| Babuchakuli | North | 2.99 km |
| Nishanbhanga | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Kilasama | South | 4.63 km |
| Bhoipali | South-East | 4.82 km |
| Baunsen | North | 5.33 km |
| Jangala | North-East | 5.58 km |
| Brahmanipali | East | 6.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salad
Public transport in the Salad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rengali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 5.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sambalpur to Salad is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salad 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 Salad
Where is Salad located?
Salad village is located in Rengali Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salad?
Salad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salad?
The pincode of Salad is 768212.
What is the population of Salad?
Salad has a total population of 1,749, including 903 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Salad?
There are 417 households in Salad.
What is the literacy rate in Salad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salad is 74.79%. Male literacy is 82.28% and female literacy is 66.78%.