Salema
Salema is a village located in Dhanora tehsil of Seoni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanora (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Seoni. As per 2009 stats, Salema village is also a gram panchayat.
Salema has its own place in the vibrant Seoni region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Salema
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salema is 496344. The village spans a total geographical area of 273.99 hectares. Seoni is nearest town to Salema village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 90km away.
When it comes to local governance, Salema village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Salema
Population of Salema
Below is a concise population overview of Salema as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 678 | 374 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 278 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 96 | 128 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salema village:
- The total population of Salema village is around 678, including approximately 374 males and 304 females, with a sex ratio of 812 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Salema village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salema village has 99 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 77 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salema village is about 66.96%, with male literacy at 74.33% and female literacy at 57.89%.
- There are around 149 households in Salema village.
Connectivity of Salema
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salema. As per the 2011 stats, Salema had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Salema
Knowing the nearby villages of Salema helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salema.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salema
- Where is Salema located?
- Salema village is situated in Dhanora Tehsil, within the Seoni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salema?
- Salema serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Salema as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salema is 678, with 374 males and 304 females.
- How many households are there in Salema as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salema village has a total of 149 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salema as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salema is 66.96%. The male literacy rate is 74.33%, while the female literacy rate is 57.89%.