Saluniya Bada - Petlawad, Jhabua
Saluniya Bada is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Salunia Bada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saluniya Bada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saluniya Bada is 504401. The village covers a total geographical area of 559.99 hectares and falls under the 457775 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Saluniya Bada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saluniya Bada
According to the 2011 Census, Saluniya Bada village had a total population of 862 people, including 425 males and 437 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.52%, with male literacy at 66.95% and female literacy at 46.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 810.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 862 | 425 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 74 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 810 | 401 | 409 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 235 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 190 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Saluniya Bada
Saluniya Bada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nahargarh | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Salunia Chhota | North | 2.19 km |
| Ambapada | South | 2.45 km |
| Samli | West | 2.48 km |
| Kachra Khadan | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Kachbi | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Deoli | East | 3.41 km |
| Hiraninamapada | North | 3.49 km |
| Pithdi | South | 3.61 km |
| Salarpada | North-East | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saluniya Bada
Saluniya Bada 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 75.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Petlawad to Saluniya Bada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Saluniya Bada is about 67 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 Saluniya Bada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saluniya Bada 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saluniya Bada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saluniya Bada 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 Saluniya Bada
Where is Saluniya Bada located?
Saluniya Bada village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saluniya Bada?
The Gram Panchayat of Saluniya Bada is Salunia Bada.
What is the pincode of Saluniya Bada?
The pincode of Saluniya Bada is 457775.
What is the population of Saluniya Bada?
Saluniya Bada had a total population of 862, including 425 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Saluniya Bada?
Saluniya Bada had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saluniya Bada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saluniya Bada was 56.52%. Male literacy was 66.95% and female literacy was 46.41%.