Salaiya - Chandia, Umaria
Salaiya is a village situated in the Chandia tehsil of Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandia and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Umaria. Saleya-05 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salaiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaiya is 467692. The village covers a total geographical area of 676.61 hectares and falls under the 484660 pincode. Chandia is the nearest town, located about 13 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 1,657 people, including 869 males and 788 females, living in 371 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.36%, with male literacy at 65.87% and female literacy at 41.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 639.
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 | 1,657 | 869 | 788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 157 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 95 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 639 | 331 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 730 | 469 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 927 | 400 | 527 |
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
Salaiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Salaiya has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandia to Salaiya is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Umaria to Salaiya is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salaiya
Where is Salaiya located?
Salaiya village is located in Chandia Tehsil, Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salaiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Salaiya is Saleya-05.
What is the pincode of Salaiya?
The pincode of Salaiya is 484660.
What is the population of Salaiya?
Salaiya had a total population of 1,657, including 869 males and 788 females.
How many households are there in Salaiya?
Salaiya had 371 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salaiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaiya was 54.36%. Male literacy was 65.87% and female literacy was 41.36%.