Salmara Paam - Bhuragaon, Marigaon
Salmara Paam is a village situated in the Bhuragaon subdivision of Marigaon district, Assam. It is located approximately 117 km from Bhuragaon and around 40 km from Morigaon. Baanmuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salmara Paam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salmara Paam is 283717. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.4 hectares and falls under the 782121 pincode. Marigaon is the nearest town, located about 3.3 km away.
Salmara Paam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salmara Paam
As per Census 2011, Salmara Paam village has a total population of 980 people, consisting of 488 males and 492 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 598 literate and 382 illiterate residents. Additionally, 191 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 781 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salmara Paam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 980 | 488 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 73 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 94 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 781 | 392 | 389 |
| Literate Population | 598 | 338 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 150 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Salmara Paam
Salmara Paam 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 Paam
Public transport in the Salmara Paam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Marigaon to Salmara Paam is about 3.3 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morigaon to Salmara Paam is about 40 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 Salmara Paam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salmara Paam 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 Salmara Paam
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 Paam 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salmara Paam
Where is Salmara Paam located?
Salmara Paam village is located in Bhuragaon Subdivision, Marigaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salmara Paam?
The Gram Panchayat of Salmara Paam is Baanmuri.
What is the pincode of Salmara Paam?
The pincode of Salmara Paam is 782121.
What is the population of Salmara Paam?
Salmara Paam has a total population of 980, including 488 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Salmara Paam?
There are 175 households in Salmara Paam.
What is the literacy rate in Salmara Paam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salmara Paam is 61.02%. Male literacy is 69.26% and female literacy is 52.85%.