Salai - Umred, Nagpur
Salai is a village situated in the Umred tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umred and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Nirvha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salai is 536185. The village covers a total geographical area of 521.22 hectares and falls under the 441203 pincode. Umred is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Umred 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 430 people, including 220 males and 210 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.78%, with male literacy at 83.08% and female literacy at 70.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 430 | 220 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 162 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 58 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Salai
Salai 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
Public transport in the Salai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Umred to Salai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Salai is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salai
Where is Salai located?
Salai village is located in Umred Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salai?
The Gram Panchayat of Salai is Nirvha.
What is the pincode of Salai?
The pincode of Salai is 441203.
What is the population of Salai?
Salai had a total population of 430, including 220 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Salai?
Salai had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salai was 76.78%. Male literacy was 83.08% and female literacy was 70.11%.