Salaiya - Ajaygarh, Panna
Salaiya is a village situated in the Ajaygarh tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from Ajaigarh and around 60 km from Panna. Salaiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaiya is 458565. The village covers a total geographical area of 500.21 hectares and falls under the 488220 pincode. Ajaigarh is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Salaiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salaiya
As per Census 2011, Salaiya village has a total population of 1,546 people, consisting of 778 males and 768 females. The village has 302 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 690 literate and 856 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salaiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,546 | 778 | 768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 119 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 53 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,136 | 573 | 563 |
| Literate Population | 690 | 392 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 856 | 386 | 470 |
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.
| 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 Ajaigarh to Salaiya is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Panna to Salaiya is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Salaiya
Where is Salaiya located?
Salaiya village is located in Ajaygarh Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salaiya?
Salaiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salaiya?
The pincode of Salaiya is 488220.
What is the population of Salaiya?
Salaiya has a total population of 1,546, including 778 males and 768 females.
How many households are there in Salaiya?
There are 302 households in Salaiya.
What is the literacy rate in Salaiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaiya is 44.63%. Male literacy is 50.39% and female literacy is 38.80%.