Salona - Gangapur, Sawai Madhopur
Salona is a village situated in the Gangapur tehsil of Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangapur and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Sawai Madhopur. Khoontla Salauna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salona is 077144. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.28 hectares and falls under the 322201 pincode. Gangapur City is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Salona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salona
According to the 2011 Census, Salona village had a total population of 675 people, including 380 males and 295 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 776 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.51%, with male literacy at 85.03% and female literacy at 47.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 565.
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 | 675 | 380 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 46 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 565 | 317 | 248 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 284 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 96 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Salona
Salona 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 Salona
Salona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Salona.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangapur City to Salona is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sawai Madhopur to Salona is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salona 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 Salona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salona 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 Salona
Where is Salona located?
Salona village is located in Gangapur Tehsil, Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salona?
The Gram Panchayat of Salona is Khoontla Salauna.
What is the pincode of Salona?
The pincode of Salona is 322201.
What is the population of Salona?
Salona had a total population of 675, including 380 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Salona?
Salona had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salona was 68.51%. Male literacy was 85.03% and female literacy was 47.53%.