Salay - Aron, Guna
Salay is a village situated in the Aron tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aron and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Salay village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salay is 499723. The village covers a total geographical area of 827 hectares and falls under the 473101 pincode. Aron is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Salay village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salay
As per Census 2011, Salay village has a total population of 1,846 people, consisting of 990 males and 856 females. The village has 395 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 912 literate and 934 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 132 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salay are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Salay
Salay 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 Salay
Salay is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 Aron to Salay is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Salay is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salay village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salay village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Salay
Where is Salay located?
Salay village is located in Aron Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salay?
Salay is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salay?
The pincode of Salay is 473101.
What is the population of Salay?
Salay has a total population of 1,846, including 990 males and 856 females.
How many households are there in Salay?
There are 395 households in Salay.
What is the literacy rate in Salay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salay is 49.40%. Male literacy is 59.09% and female literacy is 38.20%.