Saliya - Devgadbaria, Dahod
Saliya is a village situated in the Devgadbaria taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from Devgadbaria and around 48 km from Dohad. Saliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saliya is 519513. The village covers a total geographical area of 739.19 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Saliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saliya
As per Census 2011, Saliya village has a total population of 5,638 people, consisting of 2,707 males and 2,931 females. The village has 854 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 932 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,174 literate and 2,464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 348 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saliya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,638 | 2,707 | 2,931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 932 | 478 | 454 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 348 | 168 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 3,174 | 1,904 | 1,270 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,464 | 803 | 1,661 |
Nearby Villages of Saliya
Saliya 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 Saliya
Saliya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Saliya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devgadbaria to Saliya is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Saliya is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saliya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saliya 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saliya
Where is Saliya located?
Saliya village is located in Devgadbaria Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saliya?
Saliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saliya?
The pincode of Saliya is 389380.
What is the population of Saliya?
Saliya has a total population of 5,638, including 2,707 males and 2,931 females.
How many households are there in Saliya?
There are 854 households in Saliya.
What is the literacy rate in Saliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saliya is 56.30%. Male literacy is 70.34% and female literacy is 43.33%.