Salwa - Kelhari, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B)
Salwa is a village situated in the Kelhari tehsil of Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Manendragarh and around 50 km from Baikunthpur. Salwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salwa is 431678. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.7 hectares and falls under the 497442 pincode. Manendragarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Salwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharatpur-sonhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salwa
According to the 2011 Census, Salwa village had a total population of 412 people, including 215 males and 197 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.57%, with male literacy at 78.31% and female literacy at 53.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 252.
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 | 412 | 215 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 127 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 148 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 67 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Salwa
Salwa 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 Salwa
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Salwa. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Salwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manendragarh to Salwa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baikunthpur to Salwa is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salwa 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 Salwa
Where is Salwa located?
Salwa village is located in Kelhari Tehsil, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salwa?
Salwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salwa?
The pincode of Salwa is 497442.
What is the population of Salwa?
Salwa had a total population of 412, including 215 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Salwa?
Salwa had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salwa was 66.57%. Male literacy was 78.31% and female literacy was 53.76%.