Salai Bk. - Sakoli, Bhandara
Salai Bk. is a village situated in the Sakoli tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakoli and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Bolde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salai Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salai Bk. is 537157. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.43 hectares and falls under the 441702 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Salai Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salai Bk.
As per Census 2011, Salai Bk. village has a total population of 748 people, consisting of 367 males and 381 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 538 literate and 210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 291 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salai Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 748 | 367 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 143 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 54 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 287 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 80 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Salai Bk.
Salai Bk. 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 Salai Bk.
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Salai Bk.. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Salai Bk..
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhandara to Salai Bk. is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salai Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salai Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salai Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salai Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salai Bk.
Where is Salai Bk. located?
Salai Bk. village is located in Sakoli Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salai Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Salai Bk. is Bolde.
What is the pincode of Salai Bk.?
The pincode of Salai Bk. is 441702.
What is the population of Salai Bk.?
Salai Bk. has a total population of 748, including 367 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Salai Bk.?
There are 189 households in Salai Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Salai Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salai Bk. is 71.93%. Male literacy is 78.20% and female literacy is 65.88%.