Salawad - Aklera, Jhalawar
Salawad is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Turkariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salawad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salawad is 104442. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.08 hectares and falls under the 326033 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Salawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salawad
As per Census 2011, Salawad village has a total population of 790 people, consisting of 401 males and 389 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 357 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 712 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 790 | 401 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 63 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 712 | 359 | 353 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 228 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 173 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Salawad
Salawad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khanpuriya Near Lahapasya | South | 1.18 km |
| Pathriya | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Lhas | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Mawasa | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Lapasya | South | 1.81 km |
| Amlawada | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Bardawada | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Khareriya | East | 2.67 km |
| Uni | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Pathari | North | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salawad
Salawad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chhabra Gugor, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Aklera to Salawad is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Salawad is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salawad 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 Salawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salawad
Where is Salawad located?
Salawad village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salawad?
The Gram Panchayat of Salawad is Turkariya.
What is the pincode of Salawad?
The pincode of Salawad is 326033.
What is the population of Salawad?
Salawad has a total population of 790, including 401 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Salawad?
There are 172 households in Salawad.
What is the literacy rate in Salawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salawad is 45.19%. Male literacy is 56.86% and female literacy is 33.16%.