Baiga Salhewara - Salhewara, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai
Baiga Salhewara is a village situated in the Salhewara tehsil of Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 60 km from Chhuikhadan and around 120 km from Rajnandgaon. Gerukhadan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baiga Salhewara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baiga Salhewara is 440081. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.68 hectares and falls under the 491888 pincode. Gandai is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Baiga 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 Khairagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baiga Salhewara
According to the 2011 Census, Baiga Salhewara village had a total population of 276 people, including 151 males and 125 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 828 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.52%, with male literacy at 77.69% and female literacy at 47.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 100.
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 | 276 | 151 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 59 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 94 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 57 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Baiga Salhewara
Baiga 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 Baiga Salhewara
Public transport in the Baiga Salhewara 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 Gandai to Baiga Salhewara is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Baiga Salhewara is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baiga Salhewara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baiga Salhewara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Baiga 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 Baiga Salhewara 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 Baiga Salhewara
Where is Baiga Salhewara located?
Baiga Salhewara village is located in Salhewara Tehsil, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baiga Salhewara?
The Gram Panchayat of Baiga Salhewara is Gerukhadan.
What is the pincode of Baiga Salhewara?
The pincode of Baiga Salhewara is 491888.
What is the population of Baiga Salhewara?
Baiga Salhewara had a total population of 276, including 151 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Baiga Salhewara?
Baiga Salhewara had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baiga Salhewara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baiga Salhewara was 64.52%. Male literacy was 77.69% and female literacy was 47.92%.