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
As per Census 2011, Salakhedi village has a total population of 626 people, consisting of 319 males and 307 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 371 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salakhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 626 | 319 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 153 | 160 |
| 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 has a total population of 626, including 319 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Salakhedi?
There are 115 households in Salakhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Salakhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salakhedi is 40.73%. Male literacy is 53.92% and female literacy is 27.04%.