Salghat - Paraswada, Balaghat
Salghat is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Tikariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salghat is 498365. The village covers a total geographical area of 523.48 hectares and falls under the 481111 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town.
Salghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salghat
According to the 2011 Census, Salghat village had a total population of 706 people, including 344 males and 362 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.11%, with male literacy at 78.00% and female literacy at 60.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 588.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 706 | 344 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 588 | 288 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 234 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 110 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Salghat
Salghat 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 Salghat
Salghat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Balaghat to Salghat is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salghat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salghat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salghat
Where is Salghat located?
Salghat village is located in Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Salghat is Tikariya.
What is the pincode of Salghat?
The pincode of Salghat is 481111.
What is the population of Salghat?
Salghat had a total population of 706, including 344 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Salghat?
Salghat had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salghat was 69.11%. Male literacy was 78.00% and female literacy was 60.63%.