Salhepani (Padariya) - Niwas, Mandla
Salhepani (Padariya) is a village situated in the Niwas tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwas and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Ponia Mal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salhepani (Padariya) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salhepani (Padariya) is 492446. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.54 hectares and falls under the 481885 pincode. Niwas is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Salhepani (Padariya) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salhepani (Padariya)
As per Census 2011, Salhepani (Padariya) village has a total population of 585 people, consisting of 311 males and 274 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 321 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 482 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salhepani (Padariya) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 585 | 311 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 482 | 253 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 206 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 105 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Salhepani (Padariya)
Salhepani (Padariya) 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 Salhepani (Padariya)
Salhepani (Padariya) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Niwas to Salhepani (Padariya) is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Salhepani (Padariya) is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salhepani (Padariya)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salhepani (Padariya) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salhepani (Padariya)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salhepani (Padariya) 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Salhepani (Padariya)
Where is Salhepani (Padariya) located?
Salhepani (Padariya) village is located in Niwas Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salhepani (Padariya)?
The Gram Panchayat of Salhepani (Padariya) is Ponia Mal.
What is the pincode of Salhepani (Padariya)?
The pincode of Salhepani (Padariya) is 481885.
What is the population of Salhepani (Padariya)?
Salhepani (Padariya) has a total population of 585, including 311 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Salhepani (Padariya)?
There are 150 households in Salhepani (Padariya).
What is the literacy rate in Salhepani (Padariya)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salhepani (Padariya) is 54.87%. Male literacy is 66.24% and female literacy is 41.97%.