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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Salbani village has a total population of 531 people, consisting of 269 males and 262 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 391 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 271 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 141 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salbani are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 531, including 269 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Salbani?
There are 102 households in Salbani.
What is the literacy rate in Salbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salbani is 73.63%. Male literacy is 79.55% and female literacy is 67.56%.