Salaiya Swami - Harrai, Chhindwara
Salaiya Swami is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Ghoghari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salaiya Swami village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaiya Swami is 494158. The village covers a total geographical area of 481.28 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Salaiya Swami village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salaiya Swami
According to the 2011 Census, Salaiya Swami village had a total population of 351 people, including 179 males and 172 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.48%, with male literacy at 72.97% and female literacy at 53.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 236.
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 | 351 | 179 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 120 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 108 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 71 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Salaiya Swami
Salaiya Swami 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 Salaiya Swami
Salaiya Swami is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Harrai to Salaiya Swami is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Salaiya Swami is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salaiya Swami
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salaiya Swami 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salaiya Swami
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salaiya Swami 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Salaiya Swami
Where is Salaiya Swami located?
Salaiya Swami village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salaiya Swami?
The Gram Panchayat of Salaiya Swami is Ghoghari.
What is the pincode of Salaiya Swami?
The pincode of Salaiya Swami is 480224.
What is the population of Salaiya Swami?
Salaiya Swami had a total population of 351, including 179 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Salaiya Swami?
Salaiya Swami had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salaiya Swami?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaiya Swami was 63.48%. Male literacy was 72.97% and female literacy was 53.79%.