Salaya - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Salaya is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Sarana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaya is 480180. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.57 hectares and falls under the 465669 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Salaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salaya
As per Census 2011, Salaya village has a total population of 322 people, consisting of 157 males and 165 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 114 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salaya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 322 | 157 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 55 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 66 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 91 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Salaya
Salaya 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 Salaya
Salaya 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narsinghgarh to Salaya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Salaya is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salaya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salaya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salaya
Where is Salaya located?
Salaya village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Salaya is Sarana.
What is the pincode of Salaya?
The pincode of Salaya is 465669.
What is the population of Salaya?
Salaya has a total population of 322, including 157 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Salaya?
There are 74 households in Salaya.
What is the literacy rate in Salaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaya is 35.40%. Male literacy is 42.04% and female literacy is 29.09%.