Salva - Khambha, Amreli
Salva is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Salva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salva is 515876. The village covers a total geographical area of 583.29 hectares and falls under the 365550 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Salva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salva
According to the 2011 Census, Salva village had a total population of 968 people, including 489 males and 479 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.66%, with male literacy at 79.72% and female literacy at 61.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171.
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 | 968 | 489 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 90 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 607 | 342 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 147 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Salva
Salva 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 Salva
Salva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Salva is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Salva is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salva 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salva
Where is Salva located?
Salva village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salva?
Salva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salva?
The pincode of Salva is 365550.
What is the population of Salva?
Salva had a total population of 968, including 489 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Salva?
Salva had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salva was 70.66%. Male literacy was 79.72% and female literacy was 61.63%.