Salaiya - Silwani, Raisen
Salaiya is a village situated in the Silwani tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Silwani and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Bater serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salaiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaiya is 484722. The village covers a total geographical area of 664.58 hectares and falls under the 464672 pincode. Silwani is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Salaiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salaiya
According to the 2011 Census, Salaiya village had a total population of 560 people, including 305 males and 255 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 836 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.65%, with male literacy at 84.91% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 158.
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 | 560 | 305 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 85 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 225 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 80 | 109 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Salaiya. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silwani to Salaiya is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Salaiya is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 2-5 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 Silwani Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salaiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Salaiya is Bater.
What is the pincode of Salaiya?
The pincode of Salaiya is 464672.
What is the population of Salaiya?
Salaiya had a total population of 560, including 305 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Salaiya?
Salaiya had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salaiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaiya was 76.65%. Male literacy was 84.91% and female literacy was 66.67%.