Salikalan - Rajpur, Barwani
Salikalan is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Salikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salikalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salikalan is 478387. The village covers a total geographical area of 1462.04 hectares and falls under the 451449 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Salikalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salikalan
As per Census 2011, Salikalan village has a total population of 3,016 people, consisting of 1,508 males and 1,508 females. The village has 504 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 591 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,047 literate and 1,969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,599 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salikalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,016 | 1,508 | 1,508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 591 | 317 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 79 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,599 | 1,288 | 1,311 |
| Literate Population | 1,047 | 554 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,969 | 954 | 1,015 |
Nearby Villages of Salikalan
Salikalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Matmur | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Jamli | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Temla(panwa) | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Balsamund | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Kalalda | South | 4.54 km |
| Salitanda | East | 4.60 km |
| Naded | East | 4.65 km |
| Baghad | South-East | 4.67 km |
| Lavani | West | 5.08 km |
| Panwa | North | 5.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salikalan
Public transport in the Salikalan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sindkheda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Salikalan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Salikalan is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salikalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salikalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Salikalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salikalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salikalan
Where is Salikalan located?
Salikalan village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salikalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Salikalan is Salikala.
What is the pincode of Salikalan?
The pincode of Salikalan is 451449.
What is the population of Salikalan?
Salikalan has a total population of 3,016, including 1,508 males and 1,508 females.
How many households are there in Salikalan?
There are 504 households in Salikalan.
What is the literacy rate in Salikalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salikalan is 34.71%. Male literacy is 36.74% and female literacy is 32.69%.