Salawad - Nadoti, Karauli
Salawad is a village situated in the Nadoti tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nadoti and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Salawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salawad is 076427. The village covers a total geographical area of 1695.6 hectares and falls under the 322215 pincode. Gangapur City is the nearest town, located about 32 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 Todabhim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salawad
According to the 2011 Census, Salawad village had a total population of 2,785 people, including 1,503 males and 1,282 females, living in 510 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.72%, with male literacy at 86.00% and female literacy at 50.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 601, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,201.
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 | 2,785 | 1,503 | 1,282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 217 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 321 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,201 | 664 | 537 |
| Literate Population | 1,669 | 1,106 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,116 | 397 | 719 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garhkhera | West | 2.81 km |
| Alooda | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Harloda | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Khoyli | West | 3.36 km |
| Palri | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Loda | North | 3.44 km |
| Bagor | South | 4.05 km |
| Jeetkipur | North | 4.20 km |
| Sherpur Donay | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Bardala | East | 5.06 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 Chhoti Odai, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangapur City to Salawad is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Salawad is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 Nadoti Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salawad?
Salawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salawad?
The pincode of Salawad is 322215.
What is the population of Salawad?
Salawad had a total population of 2,785, including 1,503 males and 1,282 females.
How many households are there in Salawad?
Salawad had 510 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salawad was 69.72%. Male literacy was 86.00% and female literacy was 50.81%.