Salakhna - Piro, Bhojpur
Salakhna is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Kothuan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salakhna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salakhna is 247335. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.93 hectares and falls under the 802202 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Salakhna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salakhna
According to the 2011 Census, Salakhna village had a total population of 656 people, including 340 males and 316 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.05%, with male literacy at 75.82% and female literacy at 40.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 656 | 340 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 67 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 207 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 133 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Salakhna
Salakhna 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 Salakhna
Public transport in the Salakhna is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Salakhna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Salakhna is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Salakhna is about 60 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 Salakhna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salakhna 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salakhna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salakhna 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Salakhna
Where is Salakhna located?
Salakhna village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salakhna?
The Gram Panchayat of Salakhna is Kothuan.
What is the pincode of Salakhna?
The pincode of Salakhna is 802202.
What is the population of Salakhna?
Salakhna had a total population of 656, including 340 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Salakhna?
Salakhna had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salakhna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salakhna was 59.05%. Male literacy was 75.82% and female literacy was 40.87%.