Salpara - Lakhipur, Goalpara
Salpara is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Goalpara. Dadan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salpara is 282002. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.12 hectares and falls under the 783120 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Salpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goalpara West Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gauhati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salpara
According to the 2011 Census, Salpara village had a total population of 437 people, including 230 males and 207 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.14%, with male literacy at 99.02% and female literacy at 95.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 437.
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 | 437 | 230 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 437 | 230 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 202 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 28 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Salpara
Salpara 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 Salpara
Salpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Salpara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Goalpara to Salpara is about 30 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 Salpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salpara 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 Salpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salpara 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 Salpara
Where is Salpara located?
Salpara village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Goalpara district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Salpara is Dadan.
What is the pincode of Salpara?
The pincode of Salpara is 783120.
What is the population of Salpara?
Salpara had a total population of 437, including 230 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Salpara?
Salpara had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salpara was 97.14%. Male literacy was 99.02% and female literacy was 95.00%.