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
According to the 2011 Census, Salbira village had a total population of 275 people, including 138 males and 137 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.29%, with male literacy at 82.79% and female literacy at 65.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 167.
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 | 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 had a total population of 275, including 138 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Salbira?
Salbira had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salbira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salbira was 74.29%. Male literacy was 82.79% and female literacy was 65.85%.