Salita - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Salita is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 125 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Ektai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salita village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salita is 531600. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.99 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Bhaisdahi is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Salita village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salita
As per Census 2011, Salita village has a total population of 387 people, consisting of 197 males and 190 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 181 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 381 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salita are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 197 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 194 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 108 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 89 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Salita
Salita 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 Salita
Public transport in the Salita is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhaisdahi to Salita is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Salita is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salita
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salita 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 Salita
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salita 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 Salita
Where is Salita located?
Salita village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salita?
The Gram Panchayat of Salita is Ektai.
What is the pincode of Salita?
The pincode of Salita is 444807.
What is the population of Salita?
Salita has a total population of 387, including 197 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Salita?
There are 62 households in Salita.
What is the literacy rate in Salita?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salita is 46.77%. Male literacy is 54.82% and female literacy is 38.42%.