Saldhana - Harrai, Chhindwara
Saldhana is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Saldhana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saldhana is 494062. The village covers a total geographical area of 825.38 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Saldhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saldhana
According to the 2011 Census, Saldhana village had a total population of 815 people, including 385 males and 430 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 1,117 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.20%, with male literacy at 84.18% and female literacy at 74.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 596.
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 | 815 | 385 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 69 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 596 | 287 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 266 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 119 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Saldhana
Saldhana 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 Saldhana
Saldhana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harrai to Saldhana is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Saldhana is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saldhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saldhana 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saldhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saldhana 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 Saldhana
Where is Saldhana located?
Saldhana village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saldhana?
Saldhana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saldhana?
The pincode of Saldhana is 480224.
What is the population of Saldhana?
Saldhana had a total population of 815, including 385 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Saldhana?
Saldhana had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saldhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saldhana was 79.20%. Male literacy was 84.18% and female literacy was 74.79%.