Sal Bani - Nayagram, Jhargram
Sal Bani is a village situated in the Nayagram subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Jamirapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sal Bani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sal Bani is 341070. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.47 hectares and falls under the 721135 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Sal Bani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sal Bani
According to the 2011 Census, Sal Bani village had a total population of 146 people, including 70 males and 76 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,086 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.69%, with male literacy at 60.32% and female literacy at 49.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 146 | 70 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 32 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Sal Bani
Sal Bani 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 Sal Bani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sal Bani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Sal Bani is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sal Bani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sal Bani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sal Bani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sal Bani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sal Bani
Where is Sal Bani located?
Sal Bani village is located in Nayagram Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sal Bani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sal Bani is Jamirapal.
What is the pincode of Sal Bani?
The pincode of Sal Bani is 721135.
What is the population of Sal Bani?
Sal Bani had a total population of 146, including 70 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Sal Bani?
Sal Bani had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sal Bani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sal Bani was 54.69%. Male literacy was 60.32% and female literacy was 49.23%.