Salewada
Salewada is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from district headquarter Baihar. Baihar is the sub-district headquarter of Salewada village. As per 2009 stats, Salewada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Salewada unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Salewada’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 Salewada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salewada is 498123. The village spans a total geographical area of 430.74 hectares. Malajkhand is nearest town to Salewada village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Salewada 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 Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Salewada
Population of Salewada
According to the 2011 Census, Salewada has a total population of about 1,494, with approximately 728 males and 766 females. The sex ratio is around 1052 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 263 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 72 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 46. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.07%, with male literacy at about 59.48% and female literacy near 41.12%. There are around 365 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salewada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,494 | 728 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 131 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 433 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 746 | 295 | 451 |
Connectivity of Salewada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salewada. As per the 2011 stats, Salewada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salewada
Knowing the nearby villages of Salewada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salewada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salewada
- Where is Salewada located?
- Salewada village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salewada?
- Salewada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Salewada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salewada is 1,494, with 728 males and 766 females.
- How many households are there in Salewada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salewada village has a total of 365 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salewada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salewada is 50.07%. The male literacy rate is 59.48%, while the female literacy rate is 41.12%.