Salaiya - Kawakol, Nawada
Salaiya is a village situated in the Kawakol subdivision of Nawada district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kawakol and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Nawada. Manjhila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salaiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaiya is 257749. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 805106 pincode. Nawada is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Salaiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salaiya
According to the 2011 Census, Salaiya village had a total population of 993 people, including 470 males and 523 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.22%, with male literacy at 81.22% and female literacy at 38.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 251.
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 | 993 | 470 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 76 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 122 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 320 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 150 | 351 |
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
Salaiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawada to Salaiya is about 38 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 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 5-10 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 Kawakol Subdivision, Nawada district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salaiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Salaiya is Manjhila.
What is the pincode of Salaiya?
The pincode of Salaiya is 805106.
What is the population of Salaiya?
Salaiya had a total population of 993, including 470 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Salaiya?
Salaiya had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salaiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaiya was 58.22%. Male literacy was 81.22% and female literacy was 38.14%.