Salempur - Pirpainti, Bhagalpur
Salempur is a village situated in the Pirpainti subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirpainti and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Salempur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salempur is 239019. The village covers a total geographical area of 237 hectares and falls under the 813209 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Salempur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pirpainti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salempur
As per Census 2011, Salempur village has a total population of 5,754 people, consisting of 3,050 males and 2,704 females. The village has 1,096 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,022 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,128 literate and 2,626 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,095 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 539 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salempur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,754 | 3,050 | 2,704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,022 | 505 | 517 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,095 | 579 | 516 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 539 | 276 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 3,128 | 1,892 | 1,236 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,626 | 1,158 | 1,468 |
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
Salempur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Salempur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Salempur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Salempur is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. 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 2-5 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 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 Salempur
Where is Salempur located?
Salempur village is located in Pirpainti Subdivision, Bhagalpur 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 813209.
What is the population of Salempur?
Salempur has a total population of 5,754, including 3,050 males and 2,704 females.
How many households are there in Salempur?
There are 1,096 households in Salempur.
What is the literacy rate in Salempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salempur is 54.36%. Male literacy is 62.03% and female literacy is 45.71%.