Salhewara

Salhewara is a village located in Chhuikhadan tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Chhuikhadan (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Salhewara village is also a gram panchayat.

Salhewara has its own place in the vibrant Rajnandgaon region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Salhewara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salhewara is 440049. The village spans a total geographical area of 528.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496224. Gandai is nearest town to Salhewara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.

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Population of Salhewara

Below is a concise population overview of Salhewara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,013 1,070 943
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 263 133 130
Scheduled Castes (SC) 112 61 51
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 494 288 206
Literate Population 1,407 845 562
Illiterate Population 606 225 381

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salhewara village:

  • The total population of Salhewara village is around 2,013, including approximately 1,070 males and 943 females, with a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 263 children aged 0–6 years in Salhewara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Salhewara village has 112 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 494 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Salhewara village is about 69.90%, with male literacy at 78.97% and female literacy at 59.60%.
  • There are around 538 households in Salhewara village.

Connectivity of Salhewara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salhewara. As per the 2011 stats, Salhewara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Salhewara

Knowing the nearby villages of Salhewara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salhewara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Salhewara

Where is Salhewara located?
Salhewara village is situated in Chhuikhadan Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salhewara?
Salhewara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Salhewara?
The pincode of Salhewara is 496224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Salhewara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salhewara is 2,013, with 1,070 males and 943 females.
How many households are there in Salhewara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salhewara village has a total of 538 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salhewara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salhewara is 69.90%. The male literacy rate is 78.97%, while the female literacy rate is 59.60%.