Salaiya - Sherghati, Gaya
Salaiya is a village situated in the Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sherghati and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Bar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salaiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaiya is 256326. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 824211 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Salaiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salaiya
As per Census 2011, Salaiya village has a total population of 706 people, consisting of 370 males and 336 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 252 literate and 454 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salaiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 706 | 370 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 167 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 203 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Salaiya
Salaiya 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 Salaiya
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Salaiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sherghati to Salaiya is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Salaiya is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salaiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salaiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salaiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salaiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salaiya
Where is Salaiya located?
Salaiya village is located in Sherghati Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salaiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Salaiya is Bar.
What is the pincode of Salaiya?
The pincode of Salaiya is 824211.
What is the population of Salaiya?
Salaiya has a total population of 706, including 370 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Salaiya?
There are 105 households in Salaiya.
What is the literacy rate in Salaiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaiya is 35.69%. Male literacy is 45.14% and female literacy is 25.30%.