Salbani - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Salbani is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Tapshia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salbani is 340457. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.63 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Salbani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salbani
According to the 2011 Census, Salbani village had a total population of 321 people, including 163 males and 158 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.16%, with male literacy at 84.67% and female literacy at 71.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213.
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 | 321 | 163 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 107 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 127 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 36 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Salbani
Salbani 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 Salbani
Salbani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jhargram to Salbani is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salbani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Salbani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salbani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salbani
Where is Salbani located?
Salbani village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Salbani is Tapshia.
What is the pincode of Salbani?
The pincode of Salbani is 721506.
What is the population of Salbani?
Salbani had a total population of 321, including 163 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Salbani?
Salbani had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salbani was 78.16%. Male literacy was 84.67% and female literacy was 71.33%.