Saleidihi - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Saleidihi is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 162 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Lahunipara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saleidihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saleidihi is 384831. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Saleidihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saleidihi
According to the 2011 Census, Saleidihi village had a total population of 667 people, including 337 males and 330 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.10%, with male literacy at 85.67% and female literacy at 74.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 236.
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 | 667 | 337 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 119 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 251 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 86 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Saleidihi
Saleidihi 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 Saleidihi
Saleidihi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Saleidihi is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Saleidihi is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saleidihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saleidihi 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 Saleidihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saleidihi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saleidihi
Where is Saleidihi located?
Saleidihi village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saleidihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Saleidihi is Lahunipara.
What is the pincode of Saleidihi?
The pincode of Saleidihi is 770040.
What is the population of Saleidihi?
Saleidihi had a total population of 667, including 337 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Saleidihi?
Saleidihi had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saleidihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saleidihi was 80.10%. Male literacy was 85.67% and female literacy was 74.58%.