Salaiya Kohari - Vijayraghavgarh, Katni
Salaiya Kohari is a village situated in the Vijayraghavgarh tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijayraghavgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Salaiya Kohari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaiya Kohari is 488517. The village covers a total geographical area of 463.49 hectares and falls under the 483775 pincode. Kymore is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Salaiya Kohari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salaiya Kohari
As per Census 2011, Salaiya Kohari village has a total population of 2,574 people, consisting of 1,350 males and 1,224 females. The village has 640 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 354 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,544 literate and 1,030 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 467 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salaiya Kohari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,574 | 1,350 | 1,224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 194 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 234 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 241 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 1,544 | 952 | 592 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,030 | 398 | 632 |
Nearby Villages of Salaiya Kohari
Salaiya Kohari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khirwa Khurd | West | 1.52 km |
| Amraiya | North | 2.45 km |
| Tikar | South | 2.50 km |
| Dhanwahi | North | 3.03 km |
| Harraiya | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Deori Majhgawan | West | 3.84 km |
| Baihar | North | 4.08 km |
| Durjanpur | North-East | 4.19 km |
| Khajura | South | 4.73 km |
| Lukampur | South-East | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salaiya Kohari
Salaiya Kohari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Amdara Road, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 km.
| 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 Kymore to Salaiya Kohari is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Katni to Salaiya Kohari is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salaiya Kohari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salaiya Kohari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salaiya Kohari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salaiya Kohari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salaiya Kohari
Where is Salaiya Kohari located?
Salaiya Kohari village is located in Vijayraghavgarh Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salaiya Kohari?
Salaiya Kohari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salaiya Kohari?
The pincode of Salaiya Kohari is 483775.
What is the population of Salaiya Kohari?
Salaiya Kohari has a total population of 2,574, including 1,350 males and 1,224 females.
How many households are there in Salaiya Kohari?
There are 640 households in Salaiya Kohari.
What is the literacy rate in Salaiya Kohari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaiya Kohari is 59.98%. Male literacy is 70.52% and female literacy is 48.37%.