Saloli - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Saloli is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Saloli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saloli is 516703. The village covers a total geographical area of 807.97 hectares and falls under the 364295 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Saloli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saloli
According to the 2011 Census, Saloli village had a total population of 823 people, including 399 males and 424 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.25%, with male literacy at 83.74% and female literacy at 61.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 823 | 399 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 73 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 273 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 126 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Saloli
Saloli 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 Saloli
Saloli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Saloli is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Saloli is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saloli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saloli 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 Saloli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saloli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saloli
Where is Saloli located?
Saloli village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saloli?
Saloli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saloli?
The pincode of Saloli is 364295.
What is the population of Saloli?
Saloli had a total population of 823, including 399 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Saloli?
Saloli had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saloli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saloli was 72.25%. Male literacy was 83.74% and female literacy was 61.13%.