Salunia Chhota - Petlawad, Jhabua
Salunia Chhota is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Salunia Bada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salunia Chhota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salunia Chhota is 504400. The village covers a total geographical area of 530.66 hectares and falls under the 457775 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Salunia Chhota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salunia Chhota
As per Census 2011, Salunia Chhota village has a total population of 1,085 people, consisting of 557 males and 528 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 447 literate and 638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,083 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salunia Chhota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,085 | 557 | 528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 105 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,083 | 556 | 527 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 301 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 256 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Salunia Chhota
Salunia Chhota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hiraninamapada | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Saluniya Bada | South | 2.19 km |
| Machyaghati | North | 2.32 km |
| Salarpada | East | 2.51 km |
| Hamirgarh | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Dhanyarundi | North | 2.59 km |
| Deoli | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Junakheda | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Kachbi | West | 3.43 km |
| Lalrundi | West | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salunia Chhota
Salunia Chhota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panch Pipila, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.3 km.
| 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 Petlawad to Salunia Chhota is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Salunia Chhota is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salunia Chhota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salunia Chhota 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salunia Chhota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salunia Chhota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salunia Chhota
Where is Salunia Chhota located?
Salunia Chhota village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salunia Chhota?
The Gram Panchayat of Salunia Chhota is Salunia Bada.
What is the pincode of Salunia Chhota?
The pincode of Salunia Chhota is 457775.
What is the population of Salunia Chhota?
Salunia Chhota has a total population of 1,085, including 557 males and 528 females.
How many households are there in Salunia Chhota?
There are 222 households in Salunia Chhota.
What is the literacy rate in Salunia Chhota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salunia Chhota is 41.20%. Male literacy is 54.04% and female literacy is 27.65%.