Salhewara - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Salhewara is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Loop serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salhewara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salhewara is 439349. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.2 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Salhewara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salhewara
As per Census 2011, Salhewara village has a total population of 516 people, consisting of 260 males and 256 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 435 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salhewara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 516 | 260 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 55 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 435 | 220 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 125 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 135 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Salhewara
Salhewara 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 Salhewara
Salhewara 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 NA |
| 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 Bodla to Salhewara is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Salhewara is about 59 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 Salhewara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salhewara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salhewara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salhewara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salhewara
Where is Salhewara located?
Salhewara village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salhewara?
The Gram Panchayat of Salhewara is Loop.
What is the pincode of Salhewara?
The pincode of Salhewara is 491995.
What is the population of Salhewara?
Salhewara has a total population of 516, including 260 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Salhewara?
There are 121 households in Salhewara.
What is the literacy rate in Salhewara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salhewara is 38.57%. Male literacy is 48.08% and female literacy is 28.91%.