Salakhedi - Ghatiya, Ujjain
Salakhedi is a village situated in the Ghatiya tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatiya and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Ujjain. Dhanda Bhalla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salakhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salakhedi is 471500. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.65 hectares and falls under the 456550 pincode. Ujjain is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Salakhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salakhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Salakhedi village had a total population of 626 people, including 319 males and 307 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.57%, with male literacy at 63.94% and female literacy at 31.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 313.
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 | 626 | 319 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 153 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 172 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 147 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Salakhedi
Salakhedi 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 Salakhedi
Salakhedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ujjain to Salakhedi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salakhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salakhedi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Salakhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salakhedi 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 Salakhedi
Where is Salakhedi located?
Salakhedi village is located in Ghatiya Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salakhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Salakhedi is Dhanda Bhalla.
What is the pincode of Salakhedi?
The pincode of Salakhedi is 456550.
What is the population of Salakhedi?
Salakhedi had a total population of 626, including 319 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Salakhedi?
Salakhedi had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salakhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salakhedi was 47.57%. Male literacy was 63.94% and female literacy was 31.09%.