Salera - Poshina, Sabar Kantha
Salera is a village situated in the Poshina taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from Khedbrahma and around 110 km from Himatnagar. Pipaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salera is 509743. The village covers a total geographical area of 448.72 hectares and falls under the 383422 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Salera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khedbrahma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salera
As per Census 2011, Salera village has a total population of 2,093 people, consisting of 1,044 males and 1,049 females. The village has 331 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 465 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 787 literate and 1,306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,092 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,093 | 1,044 | 1,049 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 465 | 244 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,092 | 1,043 | 1,049 |
| Literate Population | 787 | 444 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,306 | 600 | 706 |
Nearby Villages of Salera
Salera 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 Salera
Salera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Salera has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khedbrahma to Salera is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Salera is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salera
Where is Salera located?
Salera village is located in Poshina Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salera?
The Gram Panchayat of Salera is Pipaliya.
What is the pincode of Salera?
The pincode of Salera is 383422.
What is the population of Salera?
Salera has a total population of 2,093, including 1,044 males and 1,049 females.
How many households are there in Salera?
There are 331 households in Salera.
What is the literacy rate in Salera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salera is 37.60%. Male literacy is 42.53% and female literacy is 32.70%.