Sala - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Sala is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Nimoni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sala is 477390. The village covers a total geographical area of 677.08 hectares and falls under the 451113 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sala
As per Census 2011, Sala village has a total population of 540 people, consisting of 288 males and 252 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 273 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 299 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 114 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 540 | 288 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 157 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 166 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 122 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Sala
Sala 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 Sala
Sala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Bhikangaon to Sala is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Sala is about 49 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 Sala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sala 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 Sala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sala 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sala
Where is Sala located?
Sala village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sala?
The Gram Panchayat of Sala is Nimoni.
What is the pincode of Sala?
The pincode of Sala is 451113.
What is the population of Sala?
Sala has a total population of 540, including 288 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Sala?
There are 125 households in Sala.
What is the literacy rate in Sala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sala is 50.56%. Male literacy is 57.64% and female literacy is 42.46%.