Salaiya - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Salaiya is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Karhaiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salaiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaiya is 490721. The village covers a total geographical area of 402 hectares and falls under the 487221 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Salaiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salaiya
According to the 2011 Census, Salaiya village had a total population of 639 people, including 317 males and 322 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.78%, with male literacy at 72.06% and female literacy at 41.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 445.
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 | 639 | 317 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 445 | 217 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 196 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 121 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Salaiya
Salaiya 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 Salaiya
Salaiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Salaiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Salaiya is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Salaiya 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salaiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salaiya
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 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
Where is Salaiya located?
Salaiya village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salaiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Salaiya is Karhaiya.
What is the pincode of Salaiya?
The pincode of Salaiya is 487221.
What is the population of Salaiya?
Salaiya had a total population of 639, including 317 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Salaiya?
Salaiya had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salaiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaiya was 56.78%. Male literacy was 72.06% and female literacy was 41.61%.