Salaiya - Jabera, Damoh
Salaiya is a village situated in the Jabera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jabera and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Hinaotithangapati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salaiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaiya is 462511. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.12 hectares and falls under the 470663 pincode. Damoh is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Salaiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salaiya
According to the 2011 Census, Salaiya village had a total population of 730 people, including 392 males and 338 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.25%, with male literacy at 76.99% and female literacy at 48.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 730 | 392 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 40 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 22 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 271 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 121 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Salaiya
Salaiya 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
Salaiya 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 | 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 Damoh to Salaiya is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salaiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salaiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Salaiya
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 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salaiya
Where is Salaiya located?
Salaiya village is located in Jabera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salaiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Salaiya is Hinaotithangapati.
What is the pincode of Salaiya?
The pincode of Salaiya is 470663.
What is the population of Salaiya?
Salaiya had a total population of 730, including 392 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Salaiya?
Salaiya had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salaiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaiya was 64.25%. Male literacy was 76.99% and female literacy was 48.41%.