Salaiya - Baraily, Raisen
Salaiya is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Chargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salaiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaiya is 484487. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.01 hectares and falls under the 464665 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Bhojpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salaiya
According to the 2011 Census, Salaiya village had a total population of 787 people, including 415 males and 372 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.08%, with male literacy at 88.79% and female literacy at 62.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 787 | 415 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 67 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 79 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 309 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 106 | 172 |
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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baraily to Salaiya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Salaiya is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 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 >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 Baraily Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salaiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Salaiya is Chargaon.
What is the pincode of Salaiya?
The pincode of Salaiya is 464665.
What is the population of Salaiya?
Salaiya had a total population of 787, including 415 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Salaiya?
Salaiya had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salaiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaiya was 76.08%. Male literacy was 88.79% and female literacy was 62.31%.