Salaiguda - Kinwat, Nanded
Salaiguda is a village situated in the Kinwat tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kinwat and around 167 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Salaiguda village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salaiguda is 544221. The village covers a total geographical area of 373 hectares and falls under the 431724 pincode. Kinwat is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Salaiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kinwat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salaiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Salaiguda village had a total population of 561 people, including 284 males and 277 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.60%, with male literacy at 90.20% and female literacy at 58.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 424.
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 | 561 | 284 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 424 | 214 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 230 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 54 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Salaiguda
Salaiguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhorad | West | 1.82 km |
| Sarkhani | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Junapani | South | 3.40 km |
| Chorad | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Goundwadsa | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Junoni | East | 3.84 km |
| Karanji (sindkhed) | North | 4.19 km |
| Selu | North | 4.27 km |
| Bhagwati | North-East | 4.44 km |
| Daheli | East | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salaiguda
Salaiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambari, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kinwat to Salaiguda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Salaiguda is about 167 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salaiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salaiguda 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 Salaiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salaiguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salaiguda
Where is Salaiguda located?
Salaiguda village is located in Kinwat Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Salaiguda?
Salaiguda is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salaiguda?
The pincode of Salaiguda is 431724.
What is the population of Salaiguda?
Salaiguda had a total population of 561, including 284 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Salaiguda?
Salaiguda had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salaiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salaiguda was 74.60%. Male literacy was 90.20% and female literacy was 58.63%.