Salempur - Amarpur, Banka
Salempur is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarpur and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Salempur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salempur is 240718. The village covers a total geographical area of 876 hectares and falls under the 813101 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Salempur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Salempur
As per Census 2011, Salempur village has a total population of 8,033 people, consisting of 4,205 males and 3,828 females. The village has 1,544 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,439 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,168 literate and 3,865 illiterate residents. Additionally, 760 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salempur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,033 | 4,205 | 3,828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,439 | 731 | 708 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 760 | 405 | 355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,168 | 2,495 | 1,673 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,865 | 1,710 | 2,155 |
Nearby Villages of Salempur
Salempur 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 Salempur
Public transport in the Salempur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarpur to Salempur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Salempur is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salempur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salempur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salempur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salempur 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 Salempur
Where is Salempur located?
Salempur village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salempur?
Salempur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salempur?
The pincode of Salempur is 813101.
What is the population of Salempur?
Salempur has a total population of 8,033, including 4,205 males and 3,828 females.
How many households are there in Salempur?
There are 1,544 households in Salempur.
What is the literacy rate in Salempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salempur is 51.89%. Male literacy is 59.33% and female literacy is 43.70%.