Salsadi - Talode, Nandurbar
Salsadi is a village situated in the Talode tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talode and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Salsadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salsadi is 525437. The village covers a total geographical area of 363.55 hectares and falls under the 425442 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Salsadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salsadi
According to the 2011 Census, Salsadi village had a total population of 1,017 people, including 542 males and 475 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.63%, with male literacy at 81.87% and female literacy at 66.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,014.
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 | 1,017 | 542 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,014 | 539 | 475 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 411 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 131 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Salsadi
Salsadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Navagaon | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Morwad | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Talve | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Chaugaon Bk | East | 1.99 km |
| Ranzani | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Umri | East | 2.72 km |
| Chinode | West | 3.05 km |
| Pratappur | North | 3.23 km |
| Mohida | North-East | 3.75 km |
| Gunjali | East | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salsadi
Salsadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nandurbar, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talode to Salsadi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Salsadi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salsadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salsadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salsadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salsadi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salsadi
Where is Salsadi located?
Salsadi village is located in Talode Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Salsadi?
Salsadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salsadi?
The pincode of Salsadi is 425442.
What is the population of Salsadi?
Salsadi had a total population of 1,017, including 542 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Salsadi?
Salsadi had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salsadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salsadi was 74.63%. Male literacy was 81.87% and female literacy was 66.36%.