Salempur - Sandesh, Bhojpur
Salempur is a village situated in the Sandesh subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sandesh and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Ahpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salempur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salempur is 246983. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 802164 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Salempur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Salempur
According to the 2011 Census, Salempur village had a total population of 543 people, including 291 males and 252 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.24%, with male literacy at 63.90% and female literacy at 45.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 293.
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 | 543 | 291 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 50 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 153 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 154 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 137 | 153 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Salempur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salempur
Where is Salempur located?
Salempur village is located in Sandesh Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salempur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salempur is Ahpura.
What is the pincode of Salempur?
The pincode of Salempur is 802164.
What is the population of Salempur?
Salempur had a total population of 543, including 291 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Salempur?
Salempur had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salempur was 55.24%. Male literacy was 63.90% and female literacy was 45.62%.