Salidhana - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Salidhana is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Bhojudhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salidhana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salidhana is 505570. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.24 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Salidhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salidhana
According to the 2011 Census, Salidhana village had a total population of 948 people, including 504 males and 444 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.85%, with male literacy at 56.35% and female literacy at 31.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 919.
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 | 948 | 504 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 110 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 919 | 484 | 435 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 222 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 282 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Salidhana
Salidhana 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 Salidhana
Public transport in the Salidhana is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Chanera(harsud) to Salidhana is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Salidhana is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salidhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salidhana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Salidhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salidhana 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 Salidhana
Where is Salidhana located?
Salidhana village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salidhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Salidhana is Bhojudhana.
What is the pincode of Salidhana?
The pincode of Salidhana is 450001.
What is the population of Salidhana?
Salidhana had a total population of 948, including 504 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Salidhana?
Salidhana had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salidhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salidhana was 44.85%. Male literacy was 56.35% and female literacy was 31.69%.