Salota - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Salota is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. Salota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salota is 499350. The village covers a total geographical area of 284 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Salota 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 Salota
As per Census 2011, Salota village has a total population of 1,890 people, consisting of 1,007 males and 883 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 922 literate and 968 illiterate residents. Additionally, 473 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 222 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,890 | 1,007 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 197 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 272 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 115 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 922 | 625 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 968 | 382 | 586 |
Nearby Villages of Salota
Salota 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 Salota
Salota 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghogarh to Salota is about 35 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 Salota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salota 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 Salota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salota
Where is Salota located?
Salota village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salota?
Salota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salota?
The pincode of Salota is 473287.
What is the population of Salota?
Salota has a total population of 1,890, including 1,007 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Salota?
There are 373 households in Salota.
What is the literacy rate in Salota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salota is 48.78%. Male literacy is 62.07% and female literacy is 33.64%.