Saliya Khedi - Handiya, Harda
Saliya Khedi is a village situated in the Handiya tehsil of Harda district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handiya and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Harda. Salyakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saliya Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saliya Khedi is 486801. The village covers a total geographical area of 699.99 hectares and falls under the 461331 pincode. Harda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Saliya Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saliya Khedi
As per Census 2011, Saliya Khedi village has a total population of 623 people, consisting of 305 males and 318 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 379 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 601 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saliya Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 623 | 305 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 601 | 290 | 311 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 137 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 168 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Saliya Khedi
Saliya Khedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Undhal | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Rampura | South | 2.01 km |
| Tamkhan | North | 2.62 km |
| Mirzapur | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Rawlas | West | 3.27 km |
| Chirakhan | East | 3.32 km |
| Joga Vangram | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Siralyarewatir | North | 3.42 km |
| Thana | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Bhimpura | North-East | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saliya Khedi
Saliya Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Masangaon, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.9 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 Harda to Saliya Khedi is about 40 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 Saliya Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saliya Khedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saliya Khedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saliya Khedi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saliya Khedi
Where is Saliya Khedi located?
Saliya Khedi village is located in Handiya Tehsil, Harda district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saliya Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Saliya Khedi is Salyakhedi.
What is the pincode of Saliya Khedi?
The pincode of Saliya Khedi is 461331.
What is the population of Saliya Khedi?
Saliya Khedi has a total population of 623, including 305 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Saliya Khedi?
There are 114 households in Saliya Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Saliya Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saliya Khedi is 39.17%. Male literacy is 44.92% and female literacy is 33.65%.