Salay
Salay is a village located in Aron tehsil of Guna district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Aron (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Guna. As per 2009 stats, Salay village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Salay unique in its vibrant Aron-Guna region. You’ll see Salay’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Salay
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salay is 499723. The village spans a total geographical area of 827 hectares. Aron is nearest town to Salay village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Salay village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Salay
Population of Salay
According to the 2011 Census, Salay has a total population of about 1,846, with approximately 990 males and 856 females. The sex ratio is around 864 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 319 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 274 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 132. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.40%, with male literacy at about 59.09% and female literacy near 38.20%. There are around 395 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Salay's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,846 | 990 | 856 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 177 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 145 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 73 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 912 | 585 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 934 | 405 | 529 |
Connectivity of Salay
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salay. As per the 2011 stats, Salay had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salay
Knowing the nearby villages of Salay helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salay.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salay
- Where is Salay located?
- Salay village is situated in Aron Tehsil, within the Guna district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salay?
- Salay serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Salay as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salay is 1,846, with 990 males and 856 females.
- How many households are there in Salay as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salay village has a total of 395 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salay as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salay is 49.40%. The male literacy rate is 59.09%, while the female literacy rate is 38.20%.