Salaia
Salaia is a village located in Chhatarpur subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chhatarpur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Cherai 1 is the gram panchayat of Salaia village.
Salaia has its own place in the vibrant Palamu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Salaia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salaia is 365517. The village spans a total geographical area of 345 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822113. Chhatarpur is nearest town to Salaia village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Salaia
Below is a concise population overview of Salaia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 838 | 421 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 73 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 153 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 99 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 144 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 277 | 339 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salaia village:
- The total population of Salaia village is around 838, including approximately 421 males and 417 females, with a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 166 children aged 0–6 years in Salaia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salaia village has 294 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 203 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salaia village is about 26.49%, with male literacy at 34.20% and female literacy at 18.71%.
- There are around 161 households in Salaia village.
Connectivity of Salaia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salaia. As per the 2011 stats, Salaia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salaia
Knowing the nearby villages of Salaia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salaia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salaia
- Where is Salaia located?
- Salaia village is situated in Chhatarpur Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salaia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Salaia is Cherai 1 (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Salaia?
- The pincode of Salaia is 822113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salaia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salaia is 838, with 421 males and 417 females.
- How many households are there in Salaia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salaia village has a total of 161 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salaia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salaia is 26.49%. The male literacy rate is 34.20%, while the female literacy rate is 18.71%.