Saliya
Saliya is a village located in Devgadbaria taluka of Dohad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Devgadbaria (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Dohad. As per 2009 stats, Saliya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Saliya unique in its vibrant Devgadbaria-Dohad region. You’ll see Saliya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Saliya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saliya is 519513. The village spans a total geographical area of 739.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 389130. Devgadbaria is nearest town to Saliya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Saliya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dahod Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Saliya
Population of Saliya
According to the 2011 Census, Saliya has a total population of about 5,638, with approximately 2,707 males and 2,931 females. The sex ratio is around 1082 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 932 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 348 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.30%, with male literacy at about 70.34% and female literacy near 43.33%. There are around 854 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Saliya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Saliya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saliya. As per the 2011 stats, Saliya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Saliya
Knowing the nearby villages of Saliya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saliya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saliya
- Where is Saliya located?
- Saliya village is situated in Devgadbaria Taluka, within the Dohad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saliya?
- Saliya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Saliya?
- The pincode of Saliya is 389130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Saliya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saliya is 5,638, with 2,707 males and 2,931 females.
- How many households are there in Saliya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saliya village has a total of 854 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saliya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saliya is 56.30%. The male literacy rate is 70.34%, while the female literacy rate is 43.33%.