Salaiya Badi - Jabera, Damoh
Salaiya Badi is a village situated in the Jabera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jabera and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Salaiyabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salaiya Badi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaiya Badi is 462617. The village covers a total geographical area of 1000.02 hectares and falls under the 470881 pincode. Jabera is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Salaiya Badi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salaiya Badi
According to the 2011 Census, Salaiya Badi village had a total population of 808 people, including 421 males and 387 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.66%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 69.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 513.
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 | 808 | 421 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 69 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 513 | 263 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 542 | 308 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 113 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Salaiya Badi
Salaiya Badi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singhpur | South | 2.65 km |
| Sagodi Khurd | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Karondi Mangarh | West | 3.01 km |
| Sunwarah | East | 3.60 km |
| Baniya | North | 3.73 km |
| Surajpura | North | 4.38 km |
| Koda Khurd | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Kuwa Mangarh | South | 4.59 km |
| Ram Salaiya | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Khand | South-East | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salaiya Badi
Salaiya Badi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sagoni, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.0 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 Jabera to Salaiya Badi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Salaiya Badi is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salaiya Badi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salaiya Badi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salaiya Badi
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 Badi 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 Salaiya Badi
Where is Salaiya Badi located?
Salaiya Badi village is located in Jabera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salaiya Badi?
The Gram Panchayat of Salaiya Badi is Salaiyabadi.
What is the pincode of Salaiya Badi?
The pincode of Salaiya Badi is 470881.
What is the population of Salaiya Badi?
Salaiya Badi had a total population of 808, including 421 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Salaiya Badi?
Salaiya Badi had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salaiya Badi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaiya Badi was 78.66%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 69.44%.