Saliha Village - Bilaigarh, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Saliha is a village situated in the Bilaigarh tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Bilaigarh and around 160 km from Raipur. Saliha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saliha is 444266. The village covers a total geographical area of 2805.14 hectares and falls under the 493222 pincode. Bilaigarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Saliha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saliha
As per Census 2011, Saliha village has a total population of 3,138 people, consisting of 1,540 males and 1,598 females. The village has 782 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 436 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,536 literate and 1,602 illiterate residents. Additionally, 522 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,689 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saliha are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,138 | 1,540 | 1,598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 247 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 255 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,689 | 839 | 850 |
| Literate Population | 1,536 | 882 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,602 | 658 | 944 |
Nearby Villages of Saliha
Saliha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Guwali | East | 1.33 km |
| Salaunikhurd | South | 1.81 km |
| Basantpur | North | 2.02 km |
| Chikanidih | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Girwani | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Kikirda | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Deoraha | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Alikud | West | 3.28 km |
| Salauni Kalan | South | 3.32 km |
| Belmudi | West | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saliha
Saliha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baradwar, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.2 km.
| 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 Bilaigarh to Saliha is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Saliha is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saliha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saliha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saliha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saliha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saliha
Where is Saliha located?
Saliha village is located in Bilaigarh Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saliha?
Saliha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saliha?
The pincode of Saliha is 493222.
What is the population of Saliha?
Saliha has a total population of 3,138, including 1,540 males and 1,598 females.
How many households are there in Saliha?
There are 782 households in Saliha.
What is the literacy rate in Saliha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saliha is 48.95%. Male literacy is 57.27% and female literacy is 40.93%.