Salempur - Nawanagar, Buxar
Salempur is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Babu Ganj English serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salempur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salempur is 248851. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.6 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 25 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 461 people, consisting of 233 males and 228 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 255 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salempur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 461 | 233 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 36 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 128 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 141 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 92 | 146 |
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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Domraon to Salempur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Salempur is about 28 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 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 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salempur
Where is Salempur located?
Salempur village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salempur?
The Gram Panchayat of Salempur is Babu Ganj English.
What is the pincode of Salempur?
The pincode of Salempur is 802129.
What is the population of Salempur?
Salempur has a total population of 461, including 233 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Salempur?
There are 79 households in Salempur.
What is the literacy rate in Salempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salempur is 48.37%. Male literacy is 60.52% and female literacy is 35.96%.