Salbira - Baragaon, Sundargarh
Salbira is a village situated in the Baragaon tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baragaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Itma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salbira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salbira is 384128. The village covers a total geographical area of 339 hectares and falls under the 770016 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Salbira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salbira
As per Census 2011, Salbira village has a total population of 275 people, consisting of 138 males and 137 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salbira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 275 | 138 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 89 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 101 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 37 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Salbira
Salbira 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nakti | North | 1.02 km |
| Bhikampur | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Khuntdarha | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Ghantbud | West | 3.03 km |
| Kutumora | East | 3.21 km |
| Kustuna | North | 3.23 km |
| Talsara | South | 3.29 km |
| Thelkobud | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Baliposh | North-West | 3.80 km |
| Itma | North-East | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salbira
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Salbira. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.3 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 Sundargarh to Salbira is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Salbira is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salbira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salbira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salbira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salbira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salbira
Where is Salbira located?
Salbira village is located in Baragaon Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salbira?
The Gram Panchayat of Salbira is Itma.
What is the pincode of Salbira?
The pincode of Salbira is 770016.
What is the population of Salbira?
Salbira has a total population of 275, including 138 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Salbira?
There are 77 households in Salbira.
What is the literacy rate in Salbira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salbira is 66.18%. Male literacy is 73.19% and female literacy is 59.12%.