Salon Muhal - Piprai, Ashoknagar
Salon Muhal is a village situated in the Piprai tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from Chanderi and around 40 km from Ashoknagar. Laloi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salon Muhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salon Muhal is 500280. The village covers a total geographical area of 650.37 hectares and falls under the 473440 pincode. Ashoknagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Salon Muhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungaoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salon Muhal
As per Census 2011, Salon Muhal village has a total population of 615 people, consisting of 318 males and 297 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 415 literate and 200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salon Muhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 615 | 318 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 47 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 238 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 80 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Salon Muhal
Salon Muhal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhamrasa Muhal | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Tarai Pachhar | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Laloi Tanka | North | 3.08 km |
| Khiraka Tanka | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Thobon | East | 3.75 km |
| Jadogarh Muhal | South-West | 3.90 km |
| Mohari Tarai | South | 4.01 km |
| Bheekali | West | 4.87 km |
| Diwlon | South-East | 5.04 km |
| Manihari Muhal | South | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salon Muhal
Public transport in the Salon Muhal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pipraigaon, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 132.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashoknagar to Salon Muhal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salon Muhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salon Muhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Salon Muhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salon Muhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salon Muhal
Where is Salon Muhal located?
Salon Muhal village is located in Piprai Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salon Muhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Salon Muhal is Laloi.
What is the pincode of Salon Muhal?
The pincode of Salon Muhal is 473440.
What is the population of Salon Muhal?
Salon Muhal has a total population of 615, including 318 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Salon Muhal?
There are 128 households in Salon Muhal.
What is the literacy rate in Salon Muhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salon Muhal is 67.48%. Male literacy is 74.84% and female literacy is 59.60%.