Salmara - Goroimari, Kamrup
Salmara is a village situated in the Goroimari subdivision of Kamrup district, Assam. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goroimari and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Amingaon. Bezera serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Salmara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salmara is 302861. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.9 hectares and falls under the 781137 pincode. Guwahati is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Salmara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head.
Population of Salmara
According to the 2011 Census, Salmara village had a total population of 463 people, including 240 males and 223 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.75%, with male literacy at 42.02% and female literacy at 32.93%.
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 | 463 | 240 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 52 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 79 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 161 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Salmara
Salmara 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 Salmara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Salmara.
| 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 Guwahati to Salmara is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amingaon to Salmara is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salmara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salmara 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 Salmara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salmara 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 Salmara
Where is Salmara located?
Salmara village is located in Goroimari Subdivision, Kamrup district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Salmara?
The Gaon Panchayat of Salmara is Bezera.
What is the pincode of Salmara?
The pincode of Salmara is 781137.
What is the population of Salmara?
Salmara had a total population of 463, including 240 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Salmara?
Salmara had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salmara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salmara was 37.75%. Male literacy was 42.02% and female literacy was 32.93%.