Salbani - Garbeta - II, Paschim Medinipur
Salbani is a village situated in the Garbeta - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Patharpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salbani is 336499. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.32 hectares and falls under the 721128 pincode. Midnapur is the nearest town, located about 66 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 Salboni 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 531 people, including 269 males and 262 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.19%, with male literacy at 89.54% and female literacy at 76.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 271, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 141.
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 | 531 | 269 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 137 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 214 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 55 | 85 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Midnapur to Salbani is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salbani
Where is Salbani located?
Salbani village is located in Garbeta - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Salbani is Patharpara.
What is the pincode of Salbani?
The pincode of Salbani is 721128.
What is the population of Salbani?
Salbani had a total population of 531, including 269 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Salbani?
Salbani had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salbani was 83.19%. Male literacy was 89.54% and female literacy was 76.62%.