Salai - Savner, Nagpur
Salai is a village situated in the Savner tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savner and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Salai village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salai is 535222. The village covers a total geographical area of 600 hectares and falls under the 441101 pincode. Savner is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Salai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salai
According to the 2011 Census, Salai village had a total population of 1,062 people, including 555 males and 507 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.98%, with male literacy at 88.13% and female literacy at 71.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 1,062 | 555 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 58 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 763 | 438 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 117 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Salai
Salai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nanda Gomukh | West | 2.62 km |
| Umari (bharatpur) | East | 2.76 km |
| Borgaon Jangli | North | 2.90 km |
| Chhatrapur | North | 3.13 km |
| Tidangi | South | 3.15 km |
| Junewani (panyakhali) | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Jaitpur | North-West | 4.19 km |
| Dadhera | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Khapa (janabai) | West | 4.88 km |
| Pandhari (j) | East | 5.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salai
Salai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kelod, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Savner to Salai is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Salai is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Salai
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 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Salai
Where is Salai located?
Salai village is located in Savner Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Salai?
Salai is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salai?
The pincode of Salai is 441101.
What is the population of Salai?
Salai had a total population of 1,062, including 555 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Salai?
Salai had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salai was 79.98%. Male literacy was 88.13% and female literacy was 71.12%.