Salhewara

Salhewara is a village located in Khairagarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Khairagarh (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Bendridih is the gram panchayat of Salhewara village.

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 440355. The village spans a total geographical area of 203.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493559. Khairagarh is nearest town to Salhewara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km 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 350 174 176
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 59 29 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 158 78 80
Illiterate Population 192 96 96

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

  • The total population of Salhewara village is around 350, including approximately 174 males and 176 females, with a sex ratio of 1011 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Salhewara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Salhewara village is about 45.14%, with male literacy at 44.83% and female literacy at 45.45%.
  • There are around 71 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.

Sankara Jangalpur Ghughari Tola Bendridih Padadah Bakalsarra Rauna Bhatha Barpela Tola Chandgadhi Achanakpur Nawagaon Khamhardih

Frequently Asked Questions about Salhewara

Where is Salhewara located?
Salhewara village is situated in Khairagarh Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salhewara?
The Gram Panchayat of Salhewara is Bendridih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Salhewara?
The pincode of Salhewara is 493559, 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 350, with 174 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Salhewara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Salhewara village has a total of 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salhewara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salhewara is 45.14%. The male literacy rate is 44.83%, while the female literacy rate is 45.45%.