Salaiya - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Salaiya is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Neguwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salaiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaiya is 490694. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.58 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salaiya
As per Census 2011, Salaiya village has a total population of 371 people, consisting of 187 males and 184 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 233 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 176 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salaiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 371 | 187 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 88 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 138 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 49 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Salaiya
Salaiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhourpur | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Gurra | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Bamhani | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Umariya | North | 3.43 km |
| Lalu | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Budhaina | West | 3.74 km |
| Dhawai | South | 4.23 km |
| Bhama | North | 4.62 km |
| Pahadi Kheda | East | 4.94 km |
| Boriya | North-West | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salaiya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Salaiya. The nearest railway station is Shridham, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Salaiya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Salaiya is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salaiya
Where is Salaiya located?
Salaiya village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salaiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Salaiya is Neguwan.
What is the pincode of Salaiya?
The pincode of Salaiya is 487118.
What is the population of Salaiya?
Salaiya has a total population of 371, including 187 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Salaiya?
There are 97 households in Salaiya.
What is the literacy rate in Salaiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaiya is 62.80%. Male literacy is 73.80% and female literacy is 51.63%.