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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Salbani village has a total population of 321 people, consisting of 163 males and 158 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salbani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 321 | 163 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 107 | 106 |
| 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 has a total population of 321, including 163 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Salbani?
There are 64 households in Salbani.
What is the literacy rate in Salbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salbani is 71.34%. Male literacy is 77.91% and female literacy is 64.56%.